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section_3_final_hw.docxPrompt: In conjunction with the position paper assignment, you will be giving an oral presentation of your position in front of the class. The goal of the presentation will be to convince the audience that your position is the correct one, again using the 3 means of persuasion. Although you may replicate much of the work from your position paper, your presentation should make use of the unique capabilities of oral presentation to persuade people. DO NOT SIMPLY READ YOUR POSITION PAPER ALOUD.
You must create a powerpoint (or other presentation software) presentation to accompany you. Refer to the assigned reading regarding creating effective powerpoints.
Presentations must be no less than 10 and no greater than 15 minutes in length. Practice your presentation to ensure that you can adhere to the time limits.
Rubric:
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Identifies and explains all concepts relevant to the topic area |
4 pts |
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1. Does not fully describe concepts |
2. Identifies concepts, minimal overview of research |
3. Thorough description of topics |
4. Thorough description of topics, including relationships with each other and the author’s viewpoint |
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Displays the reasoning behind the author’s position |
3 pts |
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1. Significant leaps of logic, minimal justification for position(s). |
2. Minor fallacies present. |
3. Author’s position is well-reasoned, reasoning is well explained. |
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Utilizes pathos to persuade. |
3 pts |
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1. Awkward or unrelatable emotional appeals |
2. Emotions are poorly utilized or fail to compel the audience. |
3. Emotions are effectively evoked, related to the author’s point. |
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Powerpoint is effective and engaging. |
4 pts |
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1. Powerpoint is illegible, presenter repeats slides verbatim |
2. Powerpoint is dull, does not convey any visual information. |
3. Powerpoint accompanies presentation but does not enhance it. |
4. Powerpoint is used effectively in conjunction with verbal presentation. |
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Presentation skills: Engaging, responsive to audience |
3 pts |
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1. Minimally engaging, no management of body language, monotonous voice. |
2. Attempts to manage appearance to engage attention. |
3. Effectively uses speaking skills to get and sustain audience’s attention. |
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Appropriate time management |
3 pts |
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1. +/- greater than 2 minutes. |
2. +/- Less than 2 minutes. |
3. 10 to 15 minutes long. |
