Common Core

Students can: a. Present information, findings, and supporting evidence, conveying a clear and distinct perspective, such that listeners can follow the line of reasoning, alternative or opposing perspectives are addressed, and the organization, development, substance, and style are appropriate to purpose, audience, and a range of formal and informal tasks. (CCSS: SL.11-12.4) b. Make strategic use of digital media (e.g., textual, graphical, audio, visual, and interactive elements) in presentations to enhance understanding of findings, reasoning, and evidence and to add interest. (CCSS: SL.11-12.5) c. Adapt speech to a variety of contexts and tasks, demonstrating a command of formal English when indicated or appropriate. (CCSS: SL.11-12.6) d. Identify a central idea or thesis, organize ideas, and develop a speech for an intended purpose and audience e. Choose specific words and word order for intended effect and meaning
Select appropriate technical or specialized language
Students can: a. Work with peers to promote civil, democratic discussions and decision-making, set clear goals and deadlines, and establish individual roles as needed. (CCSS: SL.11-12.1b) b. Propel conversations by posing and responding to questions that probe reasoning and evidence; ensure a hearing for a full range of positions on a topic or issue; clarify, verify, or challenge ideas and conclusions; and promote divergent and creative perspectives. (CCSS: SL.11-12.1c) c. Implement an effective group effort that achieves a goal d. Participate in the preparations of the group activity or product, defining and assuming individual roles and responsibilities e. Assume a leadership role in a group that is collaboratively working to accomplish a goal f. Self–evaluate roles in the preparation and completion of the group goal g. Critique and offer suggestions for improving presentations given by own group and other groups
Students can: h. Work with