Individual Ted Talk Presentation (up to 5 minutes) make a ppt with pictures and less words, also need a speech draft

Description of Assignment: Individual project consisting of a 5 minute (+/- 30 seconds) information "TED Talk" presentation on any contemporary or historic topic related to business.

The topic will need to be approved by the professor through submission of a ‘Topic Approval Form’ on MyCourses by the due date listed.

Deliverables will be outline/notes, PowerPoint slides, and a video submission.

Grading Criteria (What constitutes a good assignment?): A good assignment will tell a story! The student will engage clearly in both visual (using slides) and physical (body language & tone) ways while managing time limits of the Ted Talk.

• Demonstrate imagination and creativity in the design and development of your presentation
• Develop and sustain strong bonds of identification among the speakers, audience and the topic
• Demonstrate artful use of language and performance techniques
• A professional presentation that integrates verbal and non-verbal communication skills
• Use of professional visual aids (required- PowerPoint, Keynote, Prezi, etc.)
  • Video or Audio clips up to 30 seconds (maximum) may be used

Students who are absent (unexcused) on their designated presentation day will lose 10% per day between classes (including weekends), and will be first to present the next class.