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Rabusa Assignment
BEED III-C April 3, 2023

SUBJECT: FACES OF ENVIRONMENT

TYPE OF RUBRIC: HOLISTIC RUBRIC

INDICATORS: Excellent (4) Good (3) Fair (2) Poor (1)

DISCRIPTIONS The painting The painting The painting The painting
demonstrates displays strong demonstrates some displays limited
exceptional artistic artistic ability and artistic ability and artistic ability and
skill and creativity. creativity. The creativity, but there creativity. The
The composition is composition is are significant composition is
well-balanced and generally well- areas that could be poorly balanced
visually interesting, balanced, although improved. The and uninteresting.
with a clear focal there may be minor composition may The colors are dull
point. The colors areas that could be be unbalanced or and poorly chosen,
are rich and improved. The lacking in visual and the
vibrant, and the colors are pleasing interest. The colors brushstrokes are
brushstrokes are and harmonious, may be dull or hesitant or sloppy.
confident and and the poorly chosen, and The artwork does
deliberate. The brushstrokes are the brushstrokes not effectively
artwork shows a mostly confident may be hesitant or communicate the
deep and deliberate. The sloppy. The artwork artist's intended
understanding of artwork effectively may not effectively message.
the subject matter communicates the communicate the
and effectively artist's intended artist's intended
communicates the message. message.
artist's intended
message.

WHAT HAPPEN?
 The environment is constantly changing, but over the past few decades, the changes have been more pronounced
and alarming. Environmental changes refer to alterations in the physical, chemical, and biological characteristics of the
environment caused by natural and human activities. These changes have far-reaching effects on ecosystems, climate,
biodiversity, and human livelihoods. This essay will discuss some of the major environmental changes occurring today and
their impacts.

One of the most significant environmental changes is climate change. Climate change refers to the long-term
alteration in global or regional weather patterns, including temperature, precipitation, and wind patterns, as a result of human
activities, such as burning fossil fuels and deforestation. The effects of climate change are widespread and include rising sea
levels, increased frequency and intensity of extreme weather events, and changes in the distribution and behavior of plant
and animal species. These changes have significant implications for human populations, including increased risk of flooding,
heat waves, and food and water shortages.

Another significant environmental change is deforestation. Deforestation is the clearing of forests, often for
agricultural or industrial purposes. The loss of forests has numerous environmental impacts, including the loss of biodiversity,
soil erosion, and increased greenhouse gas emissions. Deforestation also contributes to climate change, as trees absorb
carbon dioxide and release oxygen through photosynthesis.

Pollution is another major environmental change that has significant impacts on ecosystems and human health.
Pollution can take many forms, including air pollution from burning fossil fuels, water pollution from industrial waste and
agricultural runoff, and plastic pollution in the oceans. These forms of pollution can harm human health, damage ecosystems,
and contribute to climate change.

Finally, loss of biodiversity is a significant environmental change occurring today. Biodiversity refers to the variety of
plant and animal species in an ecosystem. Human activities such as deforestation, pollution, and climate change have resulted
in the loss of many species, leading to a decrease in biodiversity. This loss of biodiversity can have significant impacts on
ecosystems, as species play important roles in maintaining ecological balance and providing ecosystem services such as
pollination and nutrient cycling.

In conclusion, environmental changes are occurring at an unprecedented rate, and their impacts are far-reaching and
profound. Climate change, deforestation, pollution, and loss of biodiversity are just some of the environmental changes
occurring today that require urgent action. It is crucial that we take immediate and decisive action to address these issues and
protect our planet for future generations. This may involve reducing our carbon footprint, promoting sustainable land use
practices, and supporting efforts to conserve biodiversity and reduce pollution. By working together, we can create a healthier
and more sustainable future for ourselves and the planet.

SUBJECT: ENVIRONMENTAL CHANGES

TYPE OF RUBRIC: ANALYTIC RUBRIC
Criteria 4 points 3 points 2 points 1 points
Thesis statement The essay has a clear The essay has a thesis The thesis statement There is no thesis
and concise thesis statement, but it is unclear or does not statement.
statement that could be more present a clear
presents a strong concise or stronger. argument.
argument.
Organization The essay is well- The essay is generallyThe essay is The essay is poorly
organized with a clear well-organized, but somewhat organized and lacks a
structure that there may be some disorganized and clear structure.
enhances the lapses in structure. lacks a clear
argument. structure.
Evidence The essay provides The essay provides The essay provides The essay provides
relevant and credible some evidence, but it little or no evidence irrelevant or
evidence to support may not be relevant to support the thesis unreliable evidence.
the thesis statement. or credible. statement.
 Analysis The essay thoroughly The essay analyzes The essay attempts to The essay does not
analyzes and and interprets the analyze and interpret analyze or interpret
interprets the evidence to support the evidence, but falls the evidence.
evidence to support the thesis statement, short of supporting
the thesis statement. but may lack depth or the thesis statement.
clarity.
Writing mechanics The essay is free of The essay contains The essay contains The essay contains
spelling, punctuation, few spelling, several spelling, numerous spelling,
and grammatical punctuation, and punctuation, and punctuation, and
errors. grammatical errors. grammatical errors. grammatical errors.