Assignment: Public Services Directory

📝 Description

Create a comprehensive guide documenting at least 10 government services available to a specific audience (college students, families, small businesses, seniors, etc.). This activity helps students discover the breadth of government services while creating a useful resource for their community.

Estimated Time: 4-5 hours

Category: Higher Effort Activity

📋 Requirements

Research minimum 10 different government services
Include services from federal, state, and local levels
Provide accurate contact information for each service
Create user-friendly guide format
Include eligibility requirements and application processes
Focus on a specific target audience

✅ Complete/Incomplete Rubric

Student receives full points when ALL criteria below are met:

Scope and Research ✓

Includes minimum 10 different government services
Services span multiple levels of government (federal, state, local)
Focus area clearly identified (students, families, small business, etc.)
All services relevant to target audience

Information Quality ✓

Accurate contact information (phone, website, address)
Eligibility requirements clearly explained
Application/access process described
Hours of operation included where relevant
Cost information provided if applicable

Presentation and Usability ✓

Well-organized and easy to navigate
Professional formatting
Clear categories or sections
Includes helpful tips for accessing services
Could actually be used by someone needing these services