5.13.H

ELA5th 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 Students Need to Do: Students choose a written, oral, or multimodal format that fits their purpose and audience. They organize and present research findings clearly, using words, speech, visuals, or media as needed.
What Mastery Looks Like: Students select a format that fits the audience, purpose, and information. They present accurate findings clearly, using organized writing, understandable speech, or visuals that support the main points.
Common Misconceptions: Students may choose a format because it is easy or fun, not because it fits the audience and purpose. They may read slides word for word, overload a poster with text, or present facts without naming sources.
How to Assess It: Exit ticket: You must share research about playground safety with the principal and first graders. Choose a delivery mode for each audience and explain your choices.

Lesson moves

Give groups research notes, chart paper, and tablets to create a short talk, poster, or three-slide presentation for an assigned audience.
Ask students to write: Which format would best teach second graders about water conservation, and why?
Play Audience Match by having students pair research topics and audiences with written, oral, or multimodal presentation cards.
Have students turn school recycling data into an infographic for families and a brief morning announcement for classmates.

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