Synthesizing Acquired Information for
Group Oral Presentation

Lesson Details Subjects: Social Studies, Career/Technology, English/Languages Arts Learning Level: Intermediate Author(s): : Terese Bartee, Barbara Beisaisdecki, George Hegie, & Mitch Jacobson Submitted by:

Abstract Students will compile research into a group oral presentation including a visual representation Lesson fundamental understandings: Essential Questions: Lesson fundamental understandings and essential questions: Students will work in a group creating a presentation using the information they have compiled. Standards National Standards State standard(s): (help) History 1.5.2 Record events on a graphic organizer. 2.5.1 Ask a historical question and identify resources to be used in research. 2.5.2 Organize historical information from a variety of sources. English Language Arts Writing 5.5.6 Write short expository text that speculates on causes and effects and offer simple persuasive evidence. 6.5.2 Organize ideas through activities such as outlining, listing, webbing, and mapping. Listening and Speaking 10.5.1 Participate in conversations and group discussions as a contributor and leader. Research 11.5.2 Select information from multiple resources to answer questions. 11.5.3 List sources used in research. 11.5.4 Record information using given note taking and organization formats. 11.5.5 Present research findings using charts, maps, or graphs with written text. State Standards Lesson Prerequisite Skills Able to work productively in a group setting Teacher Information/Situations/Setting/Time 50 minutes per day classroom/computer lab/library Index cards Bibliographical format Pencils/pens Completed graphic organizers Materials for visual component Assessment Observation of participants Student Activity/Tasks Students will organize and outline information gathered from their research into a group oral presentation. They will be required to create a visual component, such as; a scrapbook, collage, diorama, histogram, poster, or any other teacher approved visual. Enrichment/Alternate Activity: Cross-Curricular: Language Arts Computer skills Library Art Technology Requirements/Tools/Materials Acknowledgements: Additional Resources Main URL: Related Lessons Related Resources Copyright © 1997-2003 Career Connection to Teaching with Technology USDOE Technology Innovation Challenge Grant Marshall Ransom, Project Manager All rights reserved.