Inquiry Framework
Standards & Learning Goals
Learning Goals
By the end of this project, students will be able to:- Students will be able to use target vocabulary (act, bake, build, cook, dance, drive, file, fix, operate, paint, repair, sing, speak Spanish, take inventory, talk, teach, type, use) to describe actions and skills.
- Students will be able to construct and respond to questions using 'can' to inquire about and express abilities.
- Students will be able to create a community guide that integrates essential vocabulary and abilities to assist newcomers.
- Students will be able to present their community guide to an audience, demonstrating their English skills and cultural awareness.
Entry Events
Events that will be used to introduce the project to studentsThe Case of the Missing Skills
A mysterious box arrives in the classroom filled with tools and a note stating, "Our town's skills are disappearing! Can you discover who knows how to do these things and teach them back to us?" Students interview community members (played by other classes or parents) using the target vocabulary and sentence patterns to uncover hidden talents and create a 'Skills Directory' for the town.Portfolio Activities
Portfolio Activities
These activities progressively build towards your learning goals, with each submission contributing to the student's final portfolio.'Can Do' Dialogue Practice
Students practice asking and answering questions using the target sentence pattern in pairs.Steps
Here is some basic scaffolding to help students complete the activity.Final Product
What students will submit as the final product of the activityA recorded dialogue between partners demonstrating the correct usage of 'can' questions and answers.Alignment
How this activity aligns with the learning objectives & standardsLearning Goal: Students will be able to construct and respond to questions using 'can'.Community Skills Showcase
Students compile their flashcards and dialogues into a 'Community Skills Directory' to present to the class.Steps
Here is some basic scaffolding to help students complete the activity.Final Product
What students will submit as the final product of the activityA presentation of the 'Community Skills Directory', showcasing student-created flashcards and dialogue recordings.Alignment
How this activity aligns with the learning objectives & standardsLearning Goals: Students will be able to create a community guide and present it to an audience.Rubric & Reflection
Portfolio Rubric
Grading criteria for assessing the overall project portfolioCommunity Skills Directory Rubric
Language Mechanics
Focuses on the accurate and effective use of grammar and pronunciation.Grammatical Accuracy
Accuracy in using 'can' questions and answers to inquire about and express abilities.
Exemplary
4 PointsConsistently and accurately uses 'can' to form questions and express abilities with no errors. Demonstrates sophisticated understanding of sentence structure.
Proficient
3 PointsUses 'can' questions and answers accurately with minimal errors. Shows a thorough understanding of the target sentence pattern.
Developing
2 PointsShows emerging understanding of 'can' questions and answers but makes some errors. Demonstrates basic knowledge of the sentence pattern.
Beginning
1 PointsStruggles to form 'can' questions and answers correctly, with frequent errors. Shows limited understanding of the sentence pattern.
Pronunciation and Intonation
Correct pronunciation and intonation of vocabulary and sentence patterns.
Exemplary
4 PointsPronunciation is clear and natural, closely resembling native speaker intonation. Enhances communication and engagement.
Proficient
3 PointsPronunciation is clear and understandable, with appropriate intonation. Facilitates effective communication.
Developing
2 PointsPronunciation is generally understandable but may have some errors that occasionally impede comprehension. Intonation is somewhat inconsistent.
Beginning
1 PointsPronunciation is difficult to understand and frequently interferes with communication. Intonation is inappropriate or absent.
Communication Skills
Evaluates the effective use of vocabulary and the ability to clearly articulate ideas in the dialogue.Vocabulary Usage
Ability to use target vocabulary related to actions and skills appropriately and effectively.
Exemplary
4 PointsUses a wide range of vocabulary accurately and creatively, demonstrating a sophisticated understanding of the nuances of meaning.
Proficient
3 PointsUses target vocabulary accurately and appropriately in most contexts, demonstrating a thorough understanding of its meaning.
Developing
2 PointsUses some target vocabulary but may make occasional errors or use it inappropriately. Demonstrates a basic understanding of its meaning.
Beginning
1 PointsStruggles to use target vocabulary correctly or appropriately. Demonstrates limited understanding of its meaning.
Clarity and Coherence
Clarity and coherence in expressing ideas and information.
Exemplary
4 PointsExpresses ideas clearly, coherently, and logically, making the dialogue easy to follow and engaging for the listener.
Proficient
3 PointsExpresses ideas clearly and coherently, with a logical flow of information. The dialogue is easy to understand.
Developing
2 PointsExpresses ideas with some clarity, but coherence may be lacking in certain parts of the dialogue. Some effort is needed to follow the conversation.
Beginning
1 PointsStruggles to express ideas clearly and coherently, resulting in a difficult-to-follow dialogue. Ideas may be disorganized or confusing.
Presentation and Collaboration
Assesses presentation skills and teamwork during the creation and showcase of the 'Community Skills Directory'.Presentation Quality
Engagement and creativity demonstrated in the 'Community Skills Directory' presentation.
Exemplary
4 PointsPresentation is highly engaging and creative, capturing the audience's attention and showcasing exceptional effort and originality.
Proficient
3 PointsPresentation is engaging and demonstrates creativity, effectively showcasing the 'Community Skills Directory'.
Developing
2 PointsPresentation shows some engagement and creativity but may lack polish or fail to fully capture the audience's attention.
Beginning
1 PointsPresentation lacks engagement and creativity, failing to effectively showcase the 'Community Skills Directory'.
Collaboration
Effective teamwork and collaboration demonstrated during the dialogue practice and directory creation.
Exemplary
4 PointsDemonstrates exceptional teamwork and collaboration, actively contributing to the group's success and supporting other members.
Proficient
3 PointsWorks effectively with a partner, contributing to the dialogue and directory creation in a collaborative manner.
Developing
2 PointsParticipates in the dialogue and directory creation but may not always contribute effectively or collaborate fully.
Beginning
1 PointsStruggles to work effectively with a partner, hindering the dialogue and directory creation process.