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Performance Task: Two-Voice Poem Readings Lesson PlanPerformance Task: Two-Voice Poem Readings Lesson Plan
Publisher
EngageNY
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Grade
7th
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English Language Arts
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Duration
45 mins
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Year
2013
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Performance Task: Two-Voice Poem Readings

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This Performance Task: Two-Voice Poem Readings lesson plan also includes:
  • Full Grade 7 ELA Module 1 (.pdf)
  • Full Grade 7 ELA Module 1 Updates: June 2015 (.pdf)
  • Full Grade 7 ELA Module 1, Unit 3 (.pdf)
  • Grades 6-8 English Language Arts Curriculum Map
  • Grades 6-8 ELA Curriculum: Appendix 1: Teaching Practices and Protocols (.pdf)
  • Grades 6-8 ELA Curriculum: Appendix 2: Graphic Organizers (.zip)
  • Grade 7 ELA Module 1: Unit 3, Lesson 6 (.html)
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Eye contact, volume, and pronunciation are key ingredients to a successful presentation. Pupils present their two-voice poems to the class with their poetry reading partners. Next, to wrap up the unit, scholars use a worksheet to reflect on their learning throughout the module.

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CCSS: Designed

Concepts

poetry writing, presenting, oral presentations

Additional Tags

english language arts

Instructional Ideas

  • Have individuals practice reading their poems with a partner or small group before presenting to the class
  • Display a poster or chart as a reminder of what it means to be a good audience member

Classroom Considerations

  • Sixth and final lesson from the consecutive Grade 7 ELA Module 1, Unit 3 series

Pros

  • Offers tips for supporting different learning styles
  • Provides teaching notes to make instruction easy

Cons

  • None

Common Core

SL.7.4 L.7.1.a L.7.1.b L.7.1.c

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