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STUDENT GUIDELINES FOR THE ORAL PRESENTATION The Senior Project presentation is the culminating event, which must include the entire learning experience. It should reflect elements of the product, paper and the portfolio. 1. Prior to the presentation (planning the event), confirm the time and place. Also confirm with the Faculty Advisor that the judges have been invited. 2. Plan the presentation using the presentation rubric: Check the speech itself – Do you have an introduction (attention-getting device)? Is your outline completed? How are you going to conclude your presentation (a concluding device)? 3. Prepare audio / visual materials that you will need. Check the technology to make sure it’s working and ready to use. 4. Practice and time the presentation using the audio/visual materials 5. On the day of the presentation, arrive early to check that everything is in order and functional. 6. Keep these tips in mind when answering questions following your presentation: a. Answer with confidence b. Request clarification when necessary c. Admit when you don’t know the answer d. Pack up and remove product/presentation materials 7. Bask in success — show appreciation to your Mentors, Faculty Advisors, and judges with thank you notes sharing personal reflections. 8. Remember that you will be making a formal presentation. Please dress according to presentation guidelines. If you are not sure what constitutes appropriate dress, consult your Senior Project Faculty Advisor. 9. Do not chew gum. 10. Be aware of your body language. Avoid nervous gestures that may adversely affect your presentation. 11. Maintain eye contact with the judges. 12. Do not read your presentation. 13. Practice your presentation several times until you feel comfortable with its format and content. Also, time your presentation to be sure that you speak for a minimum of ten minutes and do not exceed the fifteen-minute maximum. 14. Proof of a product is required as a part of your oral presentation. 15. Be sure that your presentation covers the following: subject of the research paper, subject of the physical product, connection between the paper and the product, the stretch for you, and a self-evaluation. Try to anticipate what questions your audience might ask you (or ask a parent or a friend to compose questions for you) and plan the answers you would give. The judges may not ask these exact questions, but this will give you an opportunity to practice answering questions. Remember that questions should address a clarification or extension of your topic. |
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