Here are the learning t

1. I can determine an author’s purpose and point of view. I can point out how the author addresses
differing facts and opinions.
I can compare and contrast information in multiple sources and identify conflicting information.
Students will compare and contrast different research materials. They will evaluate
the effectiveness of different types of materials.
I can evaluate the advantages and disadvantages of different formats (multi-media, print, and
video) to present a topic.
Students will do peer evaluations of groups’ presentation formats
I can write reasons that clearly support my argument.
Students will be evaluated on the persuasiveness of their action plans
I can write in an organized way to convey and explain ideas about a topic using relevant
information.
Action Plans
I can create writing pieces that make sense, flow clearly, and are appropriate for task, purpose, and
audience.
I can use my understanding of language and its conventions when reading, writing, speaking and
listening.
Blogs and action plans
I can research topics and evaluate the reliability of multiple sources. I can correctly cite sources
using quotations and paraphrasing to avoid plagiarism.
One blog will be required to have direct quotes and paraphrasing in it from
research
I can determine the purpose and motives of diverse media.
After the project is complete, students will write a process paper where they
explain the process of completing the project. They will need to discuss the
different types of media that they used throughout the process of the project.
I can adapt my speech for the appropriate audience.
Presenting at exhibition night