Study Notes from Class Transcript

Class Structure and Expectations

  • Group Interaction

    • Importance of setting up time to meet with classmates.

    • Upcoming presentations will start upon return.

  • Lecture and Group Work Schedule

    • Current week involves a lecture and some group work.

    • Full group work day scheduled for next week.

    • Library session planned for evening activities to aid in report completion.

  • Online Resources and Activities

    • Recorded lecture and online activities (e.g., peer review) to be given.

    • Peer reviews due Wednesday prior to presentations to allow time for reading notes and preparation.

  • Presentation Scheduling

    • Determining presentation dates for groups.

    • Volunteers needed for presentations scheduled for the week of November 17.

    • Group representation required for organization: Groups 2, 3, 5, 7, 9, and 10 called to participate.

  • Presentation Guidelines and Details

    • Each group presents for 3 minutes, focusing on their assigned companies.

    • Content of presentation is largely up to the group, but staying on topic is crucial.

    • Individual grades will be assessed based on each person's performance, not solely on group dynamics.

  • Paper Submission Dates

    • Group paper submission due on December 4.

    • All group members' submissions must be turned in simultaneously.

Presentation Evaluation Criteria

  • Academic Rubric Overview

    • Utilization of the speech rubric for evaluating presentations, which covers:

    • Structure

    • Personal appearance

    • Eye contact

    • Articulation

    • Kinetics (body language)

    • Quality of slides

  • Content Assessment

    • Emphasis on structure rather than pure content knowledge.

    • Points lost for off-topic material or not adhering to time requirements; however, partial credit is available for effort.

    • 3 to 5 minutes presentation window deemed acceptable; exceeding that may result in grade penalties.

  • Personal Appearance Regulations

    • Professional appearance required (preferably business professional attire).

    • Suggestions included:

    • Full suits (with ties)

    • Business professional dresses/pantsuits

    • Avoiding distracting patterns and designs.

    • Recommendations for footwear to ensure professionalism; casual sneakers may be inappropriate.

  • Eye Contact and Presentation Skills

    • Maintaining eye contact is essential for engagement.

    • Use of flashcards acceptable but can distract from effective presentation gestures.

    • Engaging with the audience and scanning the room recommended for better communication.

  • Articulation and Kinetics

    • Volume, clarity, and pacing are key in effective delivery.

    • Encouragement to minimize filler words.

    • Gesture use should complement verbal communication, avoiding nervous ticks.