Storytelling with Interactive AI Support

Purpose

This assignment helps students build foundational language skills by telling a story about personal life and routine activities. Students will practice frequently used expressions, create simple sentences, and use verbs in appropriate tenses across time frames.

Sample adapted from ACTFL Can-Do Statements / CEFR / Beginner level in EFL.

Learning Outcomes

• Construct a coherent story using simple sentences and commonly used expressions.
• Accurately conjugate verbs and apply tenses to describe routine activities and personal events.
• Demonstrate understanding of language conventions through practice with interactive tools.

Instructions

1. Complete the Story:

   • Fill in the blanks in Carmen’s story of her overseas trip by choosing the correct verb and tense.
   • Ensure that all sentences flow logically and align with the narrative context.

2. Use AI Tools for Practice:

   • Utilize tools like Grammarly or Google Translate to check spelling and verb conjugations before submitting.
   • Include a written statement of compliance confirming you did not use AI to generate the content directly but only as practice support.

3. Submit Your Work:

   • Complete the story on the interactive platform (e.g., H5P) provided.
   • Ensure proper use of grammar and accurate application of time frames.

Grading Criteria

• Accuracy: Correct use of verbs and tenses (40%)
• Clarity and Coherence: Logical flow of the narrative (30%)
• Use of Resources: Evidence of engagement with course tutorials and AI tools for practice (20%)
• Compliance Statement: Submission includes the required statement (10%)

Resources

• Language and grammar tutorials from the course.
• AI tools for practice (e.g., Grammarly, Google Translate).