Formative Assessement 4: Regulating Construction

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Instructions

In 100-150 words, you are expected to express a succinct, informed response to the question, based on the module content and assigned readings. In most cases, there will be no specific correct answer, but your stated position must be supported.

Question

In light of what you’ve learned in this module about the benefits and impacts of large dams and the fact that increased water and energy demand in developing nations is likely to drive new dam building, do you believe that there should be any international action taken to influence, govern, or restrict future dam construction? Should nations that have already reaped the benefits of industrialization and development now dictate that other nations cannot, should not, or must grow by a more controlled or costly approach? Justify your position using examples and/or facts from the module.

Worksheet

There is no worksheet for this assignment. The assignment is an essay.

Submitting Your Assignment

Bring your typed and printed answers to the class. If you are taking this class online, submit your assignment using the dropbox in Canvas.

Scoring and Rubric

Each answer will earn a maximum of 25 points, as described in the rubric below.

Rubric
Work Shown Possible Points
Provides a well-reasoned response to the question posed 10
Uses correct grammar, spelling, and sentence structure 5
Includes one or more references to specific materials in Module or assigned reading 5
Appropriate length (100-150 words) 5