The length of the presentation will be about 8 minutes, followed by a 1-2 minute Q/A session. Consider this a session where you share what you have discovered during your research. You will be required to utilize PowerPoint slides.
Rubrics (total point=30 points in total):
Content and Organization (10 points)
Introduction:
○ Defines background and importance of research.
○ States objective, and is able to clearly identify relevant questions.
Body:
○ Demonstrate a thorough understanding of course reading and it cultural/historical context.
○ Analysis consists of specific, developed details.
○ Clearly articulates a position or argument.
○ The talk is logical.
Conclusion:
○ Summarizes major points of talk.
○ Provides you with a “take-home” message.
Speaking Style/Delivery (10 points)
○ Speaks clearly and at an understandable pace.
○ Maintains eye contact with audience and keeps the audience engaged.
○ Well-rehearsed (either extemporaneous or scripted presentation).
○ Speaker is within time limits.
○ Speaker is able to answer questions professionally.
Audio/Visual (10 points)
○ Information is complete and accurate, and presented in a concise, logical manner.
○ Audio/Visual components support the main points of the talk.
○ Appropriate referencing of cited sources.