NY Next Generation ELA 7SL4
The Standard
Present claims and findings, emphasizing salient points in a focused, coherent manner with relevant descriptions, facts, details, and examples; use appropriate eye contact, adequate volume, and clear enunciation.
New York State Next Generation English Language Arts Learning Standards
Teacher's field guide
What This Standard Means
What Students Need to Do
- Students present claims and findings in a focused, coherent way. They emphasize important points with relevant facts, details, and examples while using clear delivery.
What Mastery Looks Like
- The presentation has a clear claim, logical sequence, and well-chosen support. Eye contact, volume, and enunciation help listeners follow the most important points.
Common Misconceptions
- Students may add many details without emphasizing key ones. They may memorize eye contact gestures while speaking too softly or organizing ideas poorly.
How to Assess It
- Ask students to deliver a two-minute claim-and-evidence presentation with three salient points. Use a checklist for focus, support, eye contact, volume, and enunciation.
Lesson moves
Ways to Teach It
Arrange claim, salient point, evidence, and example cards before rehearsing a short presentation.
Ask students which detail deserves emphasis and why.
Play Presentation Coach with one content and one delivery feedback target.
Present a concise recommendation for improving a classroom or community routine.
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