GLE Culminating Activity Compiled by Mrs. D. Wittmann
Inviting a Guest Speaker to St. Benedict Catholic Secondary School Five Tasks: Research Proposal Essay Speaker Invitation Presentation
Task One: Research Conduct internet research to decide who to invite to speak to the school body of St. Benedict. Prepare a short biography of the speaker, summarized in your own words, and cited correctly. Essential Skills: 1. Research 2. Writing a Summary 3. Avoiding Plagiarism
Task Two: Proposal Submit a brief proposal stating who you would like to invite as a guest speaker and the topic of their presentation. Next, provide details on what will be required to run the event. Essential Skill: The Proposal Critical Thought Clear and Concise Writing
Task Three: The Essay Once your proposal has been accepted by the teacher, you are to write a four-paragraph persuasive essay (a series of paragraphs) with the purpose of persuading the administration that your guest speaker is worth inviting. Essential Skill: Series of Paragraphs Purpose: to persuade Audience: adult Length: 12 point Times New Roman: Approx.1½ pages double-spaced (36 typed lines)
Task Four: The Letter Write a letter (correctly formatted) inviting your speaker to the school. Include the following in your letter: Paragraph One: Opening State the reason for your letter Paragraph Two: Middle Explain why you think they would be a great speaker for your event Paragraph Three: Closing Include the date and location of the event, how they can contact you, and your appreciation Essential Skill: Formal letter Audience and purpose Clear and concise
Task Five: The Presentation Make a brief oral presentation to the class describing your guest speaker and explain why your speaker is worth inviting