4.13.H
ELA4th GradeThe student engages in both short-term and sustained recursive inquiry processes for a variety of purposes.
The Standard
use an appropriate mode of delivery, whether written, oral, or multimodal, to present results.
Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills for English Language Arts and Reading
Teacher's field guide
What This Standard Means
What Students Need to Do
- Students present research findings in writing, through speaking, or with a mix of words, images, audio, and video. They choose a format that suits the purpose and audience, then organize evidence so others can follow it.
What Mastery Looks Like
- Students select a format that fits their purpose, audience, and information. Their presentation states the main findings clearly, uses relevant evidence, names sources, and includes helpful visuals or speaking details when appropriate.
Common Misconceptions
- Students may choose a format because it is fun rather than because it fits the audience and purpose. They may read slides word for word, add unrelated images, or present claims without naming sources.
How to Assess It
- Give students a short set of research notes and three format choices: poster, speech, or slideshow. Ask them to choose one and explain how it fits the audience and purpose.
Lesson moves
Ways to Teach It
Give groups research notes, chart paper, and markers, then have them build a one-page display that clearly presents three findings.
Ask students to compare a speech, report, and slideshow, then write which format best teaches younger students and why.
Play Format Match by giving teams audience, purpose, and topic cards to pair with written, oral, or multimodal delivery.
Have students research a school issue and present recommendations to the principal through a letter, short speech, or narrated slideshow.
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