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.