Lesson 1

Lesson Goals

• Can I develop and clearly communicate meaningful and defensible claims that represent valid, evidence-based analysis of the complex ethical issues in my pathway topic?

• Can I pay attention to and acknowledge others while thoughtfully considering their ideas?

• Can I use language to accomplish my intended purpose in communicating?

• Can I present my pathway research in an effective and engaging manner?

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Materials

Activity 1: Present

We will present our pathway presentations as a group.

As a group, prepare to present your pathway presentation to your classmates. Your presentation should be approximately 5–7 minutes long, unless you have alternate directions from your teacher.

Presenters: Before you begin, see if there are any specific elements of your research that your teacher would like you to address.

Audience: While each group is presenting, write one to two questions to ask them.

In your Learning Log, note new information, including the following:

• a description of each group’s pathway topic

• each group’s inquiry questions

• each group’s research conclusions

• any connections to your pathway

After groups have presented, offer feedback on their overall presentation, in terms of both their style of delivery and the information presented.

• Describe what each group did well.

• Give one suggestion that could lead to a better presentation.