CP+Sprague,+Karina

=Unit Cover Page=


 * Unit Title: Grade Level(s): Presenting Knowledge and Ideas**
 * Subject/Topic Area(s): English/Speaking and Listening**
 * Key Words: Oral presentation, speaking, listening**
 * Designed by: Karina Sprague Time Frame:**
 * School District: RSU 9 School: Mt. Blue Middle School**

The presentation must include valid and important information, talk about both sides of the argument, and clearly state the student's views on the topic.Students will also be asked to present the material professionally and appropriately. Students must have good posture and volume. They must also present with clear pronunciation and connect to their audience. As a supplement to the oral presentation, students will have to support their argument by creating an iMovie. Students will create a news report briefly describing their research and covering both sides of the argument. Throughout this process, students will learn about research techniques, oral presentation etiquette, and the art of persuasion. = = ||
 * =Brief Summary of Unit= ||
 * During this unit, students will be asked to choose a controversial research topic, complete extensive research on the chosen topic, and give an oral presentation.