Project work steps

1. Choose a topic (Window on the world / A thirst for knowledge / Heroes)
2. Form a team (3-5 sts)
3. Brainstorm ideas
4. Pick a focus
5. Decide how you want to represent your project
6. Sketch it out
7. Make a list of materials you will need
8. Allot your time
9. Gather the appropriate materials
10. Decide what types of research materials you need
11. Decide how many sources you need
12. Narrow your materials
13. Take notes and cite sources
14. Write out your text
15. Gather images to use
16. Pull your project together :)

Evaluation of presentation

Scoring Rubric for Oral Presentations

PRESENCE 5 4 3 2 1 0

-body language & eye contact

-contact with the public

-poise

-physical organization

LANGUAGE SKILLS 5 4 3 2 1 0

-correct usage

-appropriate vocabulary and grammar

-understandable (rhythm, intonation, accent)

-spoken loud enough to hear easily

ORGANIZATION 5 4 3 2 1 0

-clear objectives

-logical structure

-signposting

MASTERY OF THE SUBJECT 5 4 3 2 1 0

-pertinence

-depth of commentary

-spoken, not read

-able to answer questions

VISUAL AIDS 5 4 3 2 1 0

-transparencies, slides

-handouts

-audio, video, etc.

OVERALL IMPRESSION 5 4 3 2 1 0

-very interesting / very boring

-pleasant / unpleasant to listen to

-very good / poor communication

TOTAL SCORE  _______ / 30