Illustration of Produces a coherent message in the ICLE's Rigor and Relevance Framework
Quadrant C

Students research controversial topics, take sides, and develop an outline for a speech articulating their opinions. Students debate both sides of the issue with each other.

 Quadrant D

Graduating seniors reflect on their service experiences over their four years of high school. They develop a speech articulating the benefits experienced as a result. They deliver this speech to a local service organization during one of its regular meetings.
Quadrant A

Students review the parts of effective argumentation structure: thesis and supporting points, organizational patterns (i.e.- compare/contrast, problem solution), introductions, conclusions, and transitions.

 Quadrant B

Students review presidential speeches, identify theses and organizational pattern, and assess introductions and conclusions.