1. English 1 Of Mice & Men Final
How to Plan and execute your OMM Poster and Presentation

2. Objective To demonstrate mastery of the novel’s: Themes
Development of characters

3. How to approach the project
Analyze the different Themes of the novel:
The use of Light & dark
Prejudice/Discrimination
The American Dream
The poster is there to enhance your oral presentation
Supports what you are saying with interesting and relevant visuals
Draws and generates interest

4. So, what do you do ??? Don’t Do Torture us by reading quotes
Explain the meaning or significance of the quote by referencing moments in the story
Bore us by reading from the poster
Glance at your note cards and practice what you are going to say so that your presentation of ideas is smooth and easy to follow
Offend us by “explaining” your poster
We know how to look at a poster. We are more interested in hearing your unique interpretations and having a interesting poster to look at while you explain your ideas.

5. How you will be graded: Total = 120 points Poster = 70 points
Presentation = 50 points
Total = 120 points
Each section will receive either a 10, 7, or 1
10 = clearly meets standard
7 = makes a serious effort and is fairly successful
1 = a small effort is made, but does not achieve standard

6. Poster Scoring Criteria
Colorful and aesthetically pleasing
Generates interests
Images touch on key points of the story
Images are relevant to the piece of evidence
Evidence is responsive to prompt
Reflects the mood of the story
Neat, organized, easy to follow, enhances presentation

7. Presentation Scoring Criteria
Eye contact with audience
Appropriate volume
Explains how evidence is connected to/responsive to prompt
Displays confidence and mastery of concepts
Thought provoking

8. Due Date: All Posters and presentations due on: Fri 3/6 (A Day)
Mon 3/9 (B day)