EFG
Primary Domain

Detailed Description
A guest speaker is invited to make a presentation to the class on an informative topic. After listening to the presentation, each student writes a thank-you letter to the speaker. Letters should be in proper letter format and must include:
1. An appropriate message thanking speaker for his/her time.
2. A one-paragraph summary of what student learned from the presentation, including the main ideas and important details.
Student analyzes first draft of letter using rubric for this assessment, makes suggestions for improvements, and writes final draft based on self-evaluation. [All thank-you letters could be sent to the speaker.]

Domain Outcomes

P1. Read to Understand

P2. Complete a Mathematical Analysis

P3. Create a Map, Graph, or Chart

P4. Demonstrate Competency in World Languages

P5. Action research project with a team approach:

P6. Utilize one form of technology:

P7. Develop Creative Expression:

P8. Write a report:

P9. Make an Oral Presentation:

Partnerships

Career Investigations

Community Service Options:

Internet Questions:

State Standard
A student should be able to speak and write well for a variety of purposes and audiences.

District Outcome 1:
2. Be able to read, write, speak, and listen for a variety of purposes.

District Outcome 2:

Detailed Description:
A guest speaker is invited to make a presentation to the class on an informative topic. After listening to the presentation, each student writes a thank-you letter to the speaker. Letters should be in proper letter format and must include:
1. An appropriate message thanking speaker for his/her time.
2. A one-paragraph summary of what student learned from the presentation, including the main ideas and important details.
Student analyzes first draft of letter using rubric for this assessment, makes suggestions for improvements, and writes final draft based on self-evaluation. [All thank-you letters could be sent to the speaker.]

SCAN Skill
Systems: Understands complex inter-relationships

Resources
Computer, paper, pencil,

Specific Grading Critieria* Demonstrated appropriate audience social skills.
* Letter accurately summarized speaker's main ideas and important details, written in proper letter format.
* Made valid suggestions for improvement of first draft based on rubric.
* Final draft based on self-evaluation.