Title: Presenting Written Research Methodology

Grade Level: High School (9th-12th grade)

Subject: English Language Arts

Time Frame: 2-3 class periods (45-60 minutes each)

Objective: Students will be able to present their written research methodology effectively, demonstrating their understanding of the research process and their ability to communicate their methods clearly.

Materials: - Research papers or projects completed by students - Presentation software (e.g., PowerPoint, Google Slides) - Projector or smartboard - Rubric for assessment

Procedure:

1. Engage (10 minutes):
   • Begin the lesson by asking students to recall the importance of research methodology in conducting a study or project.
   • Discuss the purpose of presenting research methodology and its significance in academic and professional settings.
   • Share examples of research studies or projects that have made significant contributions due to their well-defined methodologies.
2. Explore (20 minutes):
   • Provide students with a sample research methodology section from a published study or project.
   • In small groups, ask students to analyze the sample and identify the key components, such as research questions, data collection methods, and ethical considerations.
   • Facilitate a class discussion to share their findings and clarify any questions or misconceptions.
3. Explain (15 minutes):
   • Introduce the 5E’s of presenting written research methodology: Engage, Explain, Elaborate, Evaluate, and Extend.
   • Explain each step briefly, emphasizing the importance of clear communication, logical organization, and effective visual aids.
4. Elaborate (60 minutes):
   • Instruct students to review their own research papers or projects and identify the key elements of their research methodology.
   • Provide guidelines for creating a presentation using presentation software.
   • Encourage students to include visual aids, such as charts, graphs, or images, to enhance their presentations.
   • Allow time for students to work individually or in pairs to create their presentations.
5. Evaluate (20 minutes):
   • Distribute the rubric for assessing the presentations.
   • Divide the class into small groups and assign each group a few presentations to evaluate.
   • Instruct students to provide constructive feedback based on the rubric criteria.
   • Facilitate a class discussion to share the feedback and discuss common strengths and areas for improvement.
6. Extend (10 minutes):
   • Conclude the lesson by discussing the importance of effective presentation skills in various academic and professional contexts.
   • Encourage students to continue refining their presentation skills and seek opportunities to present their research in other settings, such as conferences or competitions.

Assessment: - Use the provided rubric to assess students’ presentations based on criteria such as clarity, organization, use of visual aids, and overall effectiveness in communicating the research methodology.

Note: The time frame provided is flexible and can be adjusted based on the needs and pace of the students.