Lesson 6: Oral Presentation
Handout 6

Social Action Project Computer Science

The student will demonstrate an ability to use technology to research the chosen philanthropic organization on-line via the Internet. The student will also publish his or her work in a professional manner using appropriate software.

The student will also create an original pamphlet advertising the organization. It should include the organization’s name, mission statement, information about the group and how to become involved.

Student Name:                                                                                                      

3=Exceeds Content Standards 2=Meets Content Standards 1=Does Not Meet Content Standards
0=Unscorable    

“The technologically literate person is one who understands the role and impact of technology upon society, accepts the responsibilities associated with living in the technologically-oriented Information Age…and uses technology as a tool for obtaining, organizing, manipulating information and for communication and creative expression.”

-Michigan State Board of Education

-Model Core Curriculum, 1991

THE INTERNET AS A RESEARCH TOOL
A.The student will use the Internet, CD-ROM, e-mail, and Web sites to search for information about the philanthropic organization chosen.
1. Used at lease three electronic sources.
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2
1
0
         
2. Technology is used as a tool for obtaining information independently.        
         
PUBLISHING
A. The student demonstrates proficiency using desktop publishing software when creating an original pamphlet advertising the organization he or she has chosen.
  • A pamphlet that exceeds content standards will have all of the required elements plus evidence of creativity and extra research.
  • A pamphlet that meets content standards has only the required elements, but is accurately done.
  • A pamphlet that does not meet the content standards might not deviate far from the one published by the organization or the student may not fully understand how to use the software to create the pamphlet independently.
1. Information is thorough.
3
2
1
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2. Grammar and spelling are correct.      
3. Finished product shows effort.        
         
TOTAL POINTS=  
÷ 2 =  
(average)