Friday, May 7, 2010

Language Arts for 6-1/LaBarbera/ May 10-May 14, 2010

Language Arts for 6-1/LaBarbera/May 10-May 14, 2010

1. FINAL TYPED DRAFT of the Science fiction or Fantasy story is due May 14 ( Friday), and no later than Monday, May 17. Students are encouraged to conference drafts with peers and proofread their work.

2. Oral Presentation project.
ALL students will be responsible for an oral presentation project between May 18- June 1 , in class. The list of directions has been distributed. A specific date will be assigned.
a. Select a theme or topic. b. Decide if you will present a solo, duet, or trio. c. Select an option for presentation: Examples: Select poetry, music, or an excerpt of a story with your theme. OR ...Write a poem, compose a song, create a commercial, present a serious monologue, a humorous monologue, a short skit, or conduct a short debate.
THE OBJECTIVE is to speak in front of your language arts class prepared and proud.
The rubric includes Introduction/closing ( Wait for the audience to be quiet. Introduce yourself and the presentation. Know time limits. Have a clear closing. ) Within the presentation, have even weight distribution on both feet. Lean on nothing. Use hands to gesture informally. Facial expression should be relaxed and eye contact should be made with the audience. Be composed. Use language appropriate to the subject and the audience. Presentation aids, props, and /or costumes are permitted if they enhance your presentation.
We will be covering volume, stance, speech rate , voice inflection, and note cards.
You will be assigned a time and date for your presentation. Start your plan.