Embedded Assessment # 2 - Presenting Two of my voices due Nov. 9th (Monday)

The second half of this unit to finish up the idea of modern cultural voices is to explore the idea of voice.  You will be doing some work outside of class and some inside of class.  Please read the below assignment and post your questions.

Here is your assignment: (from page 49)

Assignment:
Your assignment is to write two original texts that reflect two distinctive voices you possess.  You will share one in an oral presentation (podcast) and the other in a written text.  Each text should demonstrate how you present yourself in two different contexts, roles, or subcultures.

Steps:

1. Review your notes about your culture and the groups (subcultures) to which you belong.  Look back at your brainstorming about voices you possess and the graphic organizer in which you described the ways you speak and the topics you normally discuss
2. Choose 2 voices or roles you would be willing to share.
3. Now, begin brainstorming new ideas for your 2 pieces by considering the people you might address in each role.  Are there particular individuals you speak to often using a specific voice? Or might your pieces represent the thoughts in your head (an interior monologue) rather than be directed to a specific individual?
4. Once you have identified 2 roles or voices, topics and an audience, consider your purpose and select appropriate genres in which to showcase your ideas.

Drafting

1. In an authentic voice, craft a rough draft of each piece.  Consider your diction, tone, imagery, and syntax.  The two pieces you create should be distinctly different in style, content, context and voice.
2. Consider which voice would be most appealing as an oral presentation to an audience of your peers and which voice you m ight prefer to present in writing.
3. In your podcast, you might include a formal introduction, or you might begin by hooking your audience by opening your presentation "in character." In either case, be sure you demonstrate the voice rather than simply describe it.  you may want to use clothing and props that would illuminate your presenation and voice.

Revising

1. Create notes for your podcast, highlighting sections you will say loudly or softly, noting what facial expressions you will use, and indicating places you will pause.
2. Rehearse your piece several times. Get feedback on your presentation.  Be sure tha tyour delivery is smooth and that your listeners will be able to perceive your verbal and nonverbal cues.
3. Once you have completed revisions, prepare a final copy for submission due Monday, November 9th.
4. Write a reflection that explains the different voices you portrayed in your pieces. In your reflection, explain why using the appropriate voice for a given situation, audience, and purpose coudl be considered a necessary survival skill in the 21st century.