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Chef Biography
Each student will be doing a different chef; this is an individual report, NOT
a group project! We will have at least 2 periods to work in the computer
lab. Reports will be due Monday April 22 at the beginning of the period.
Report Requirements:
 Typed; minimum 2 pages, maximum 5 pages in length not including
pictures and recipes.
 12 inch font, Times New Roman, 1inch margins, double spaced with
indented paragraphs
 List your references; you must have at least three in MLA format.
 A cover sheet must be used with the chef’s name, your name and the
due date
Grammar Requirements:
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This is an informative non-fiction essay written in the 3rd person.
That means there should be no commentary (your opinion) I, me, you, or your
in the paper.
Grammar and spelling count in your grade.
Below is a good website to help you with writing in 1st, 2nd, or 3rd person.
http://classweb.gmu.edu/WAC/somguide/123person.htm
All of the information in this biography will be attributed/cited. Whether you
paraphrase or quote the author, it will need to be cited in the paper.
Use the following web page for help on citing your web page sources. Just
coping and pasting a web page is not acceptable!
http://owl.english.purdue.edu/owl/resource/747/08/
Citing an Entire Web Site
It is necessary to list your date of access because web postings are often updated, and information
available on one date may no longer be available later. If a URL is required or you chose to include
one, be sure to include the complete address for the site. (Note: The following examples do not
include a URL because MLA no longer requires a URL to be included.)
Remember to use n.p. if no publisher name is available and n.d. if no publishing date is given.
Editor, author, or compiler name (if available). Name of Site. Version number. Name of
institution/organization affiliated with the site (sponsor or publisher), date of resource creation (if
available). Medium of publication. Date of access.
The Purdue OWL Family of Sites. The Writing Lab and OWL at Purdue and Purdue U, 2008. Web.
23 Apr. 2008.
Felluga, Dino. Guide to Literary and Critical Theory. Purdue U, 28 Nov. 2003. Web. 10 May 2006.
Common Core Anchor Standards
2. Write informative/explanatory texts, including
the narration of historical events, scientific
procedures/ experiments, or technical processes.
a. Introduce a topic and organize complex ideas,
concepts, and information so that each new
element builds on that which precedes it to
create a unified whole; include formatting
(e.g., headings), graphics (e.g., figures,
tables), and multimedia when useful to aiding
comprehension.
b. Develop the topic thoroughly by selecting the
most significant and relevant facts, extended
definitions, concrete details, quotations, or
other information and examples appropriate to
the audience’s knowledge of the topic.
c. Use varied transitions and sentence structures
to link the major sections of the text, create
cohesion, and clarify the relationships among
complex ideas and concepts.
d. Use precise language, domain-specific
vocabulary and techniques such as metaphor,
simile, and analogy to manage the complexity
of the topic; convey a knowledgeable stance
in a style that responds to the discipline and
context as well as to the expertise of likely
readers.
e. Provide a concluding statement or section
that follows from and supports the information
or explanation provided (e.g., articulating
implications or the significance of the topic).
Possible Report Topics
 Where is your Chef from? How old are they?
 When and how did your Chef become interested in cooking?
 Where did they obtain their skills in the field of Culinary arts (be
specific) what school(s) did they attend, what restaurants did they train
in?
 Who influenced their style of cooking?
 Does your Chef specialize in any area(s) of foods?
 What television show(s) are they currently appearing on or have they
been on?
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Do they own any businesses or restaurants?
Do they promote any products?
Do they offer any classes in food preparation?
List any publications that contain their work or recipes, including
cookbooks or cooking magazines.
What is your chef’s personality like, what are their major interests?
What contributions to society or culture or trends did your chef make?
What is your chef known for?
You must include a recipe created by your chef.
Try to include a picture of your Chef.
Any other information that you have found about your Chef.
Internet sites:
www.chef-of-the-month.com
www.chef-of-the-month.com’recipes
www.allbaking.net/chefs.html
www.melissas.com/chefs
www.kitchenlink.com/chefs.html
www.kitchenlink.com/tv.html
www.foodnetwork.com