Assessment
✅ Position Pitch Checkpoint
Critical Thinking & Problem Solving
Content Expertise
Effective Communication
Academic Mindset
CCSS.ELA-Literacy.SL.9-10.1
VA:Cr1.1.IIIa
VA:Cr2.1.IIIa
VA:Cr2.2.IIa
Submission Required
Grading Required
Each student delivers a 60-second pitch of their issue, preliminary claim, intended audience impact, and planned painting message while the teacher checks readiness to move into full research. Students submit the revised claim sheet, thumbnail plan, and research question list. Progression is based on whether the position is arguable, ethically framed, and specific enough for evidence gathering.
Plan day
Day 9
Duration
45 min
Grouping
Individual
Steps
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