Oral Presentation
One possible purpose for reading is that students prepare oral presentations
about the content of a book. This is a particularly effective strategy
in that it gives students another chance to cement their content learning.
Another benefit is that they become the “teachers” as they
share the main points in a book. When using science books for guided reading,
it is often difficult to find books that cover exactly the same content
at the varied levels needed in most classrooms. If reading groups prepare
a presentation, then they become the “experts” on the topic
while helping to disseminate information to the rest of the class.
Oral presentation components:
1. Students prepare visual aides highlighting the most important
concepts. This may mean a chart, graph, diagram or pictures.
2. Each group member prepares to share a portion of the book.
3. Students practice the presentation being mindful of eye contact and using
their own words in an audible voice.
4. Students anticipate questions that may arise from the audience and make
sure that they have answers. Sometimes this means going beyond the text and
doing
further research.
