Mini Lectures
Group Project
20 points
As the semester comes to an end, students will get into groups and give a mini lecture
to the entire class. Each group can choose from a wide variety of sociological topics to
present to the class. You may choose to present your topic in any way you’d like,
however, it must be organized and easy to follow. Typically, PowerPoints are a
suitable way to demonstrate information. You can also choose to write on the white
board, or even make a poster to convey your information. You are more than welcome
to use photos, video clips (under 2 minutes), animation, art or other graphics to
accompany your presentation.
Directions:
-Thoroughly define your sociological topic/concept.
-How does your topic relate to our class curriculum?
-Provide real life examples that exemplify your topic.
-Pick one of the 3 sociological theories, and explain how that theory would “view”
your topic.
-Pick one of the following choices when presenting your mini lecture:
Present a lecture on a sociological topic of your choice that was not covered in
class. Your topic MUST be preapproved.
Your 5-7-minute lecture will demonstrate an in-depth understanding of
your topic, using “real-life” examples that speak to your students. Must
clearly connect the topic to class curriculum.
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Pick any topic we already covered from class, and provide more information on
it.
Your 5-7-minute lecture must address material that I have not discussed.
You will demonstrate an in-depth understanding of the topic, using “reallife” examples that speak to your students. Must clearly connect the topic
to class curriculum.
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Use the rubric on the following page to see how each part of your presentation will
be graded. When presenting your topic to the class, make sure you either save your
PowerPoint to a USB drive or to your email. Make sure you group presentation
includes all of your group members names on it. Any outside information must be
cited!
Mini Lecture Rubric
Students: ____________________________________________________________________________________
Overall Score:___________________(Out of 20 Points)
Presentation Portion (5-7 minutes):
1. Accuracy: 12 Points- Your presentation accurately demonstrates the topic
selected. You are able to convey correct and relevant information throughout your
presentation and use appropriate examples and/or data while presenting. You clearly
connect your topic to course material. Erroneous information will result in point
deductions.
Score: __________________
Comments: __________________________________________________________________________________
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2. Organization: 5 Points- The manner in which you present your topic is organized
and easy to follow. You are able to demonstrate your topic in a clear and concise
fashion. An unorganized/chaotic presentation will result in point deductions.
Score: __________________
Comments: __________________________________________________________________________________
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3. Creativity: 3 Points- The style in which you choose to present your topic is
intriguing and appealing. You are able to capture your audience’s attention by using
engaging methods. A disengaging presentation will result in some point deductions.
(Don’t stress creativity too much- it’s only worth a small amount of points).
Score: _________________
Comments: __________________________________________________________________________________
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