Take the Stage!  Mini Presentations                Español

Creatively present one of the following to the class:

• Poem (original or by a famous or little-known writer)
• Song or rap (original or by a famous or little-known artist)
• Famous speech
• Dramatic monologue
• Artist or work of art
• Short story
• Article, essay or editorial

Requirements

• Length: 5-10 minutes
• Selections must be approved by Mr. P. beforehand. Provide text/lyrics and discussion notes.
• Provide at least one visual aid (graphic or text)
• Provide some substantial discussion/analysis
• Allow for audience comments, questions, and interaction
• Make sure necessary technology/resources are available ahead of time

 

Evaluation (15 pts)	5	3	1
Selection	§ Interesting & substantial § Highly visible, vibrant visual aid(s)	§ Somewhat interesting § Adequate visual aid	§ Lacks interest / does not follow instructions § Poor or lacking visual aid
Delivery	§ Confident & enthusiastic § 7 minutes or longer § Clear & audible § Clear explanations, definitions & clarifications given	§ Somewhat enthusiastic; some nervousness § 5 minutes or longer § Selection understandable, for the most part	§ Lacks enthusiasm / preparation § Less than 4 minutes § Selection unclear
Discussion	§ Thoughtful & insightful analyses & observations made § Clear explanation of relevance or significance § Sufficient time allowed for questions / interaction	§ Some attempt at analysis / critical thinking § Some attempt at establishing relevance or significance § Some time devoted to audience interaction; may lack encouragement	§ Lacks analysis and discussion § Little or no attempt to help audience understand or appreciate selection

Some things you might talk about:

§ Who is the piece by? What are they known for?

§ Why did you choose this piece?

§ How is the title significant?

§ What genre or literary movement is it an example of?

§ What do you think the author or artist might have wanted you to feel or think?

§ Is there any unusual language?

§ What mood or tone is conveyed?

§ What literary elements or concepts does the piece contain?

§ How is the piece culturally significant or relevant to our lives?

§ What ideas or themes does it evoke?

§ Can you make a connection between this piece and your own experience or something else you have read or seen?

§ What are some different ways you can interpret it?

§ What inspired the piece?

§ Who are the artist’s influences?