FRIDAY STUDENT PRESENTATION GUIDE
PURPOSE
The purpose of your presentation is to get creative in demonstrating your
understanding of Marine Biotechnology. We will be looking for unique
expression of your individual perspectives. Consider this final assignment a
chance to showcase as much of the information you have learned during the
workshop as possible and as a forum for expression of new ideas.
PRESENTATION GUIDELINES
Use the Tuesday presentation guidelines as a reference to make sure your
presentation is cohesive and organized. The following are suggestions for
possible presentation topics. You may choose from the list below or
conceptualize your own idea:
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Job interviews at a pharmaceutical company
A song about DNA
A scene involving a CSI investigation
Scientists reporting on a new organism
Scientists preparing for an ocean research cruise
Organizing the Climate Change Genome Project
Creating a new life form
GUIDELINES FOR GROUP WORK
1. Each member of the group should participate equally in creating and
presenting the presentation.
2. Each member of the group should participate equally in the
preparation of a worksheet for your audience to fill out during/after
your talk.
AUDIENCE WORKSHEET CONTENT
1. Prepare a one-page worksheet with 4-6 questions and space for
answers. Questions can be in any format (i.e. multiple choice,
True/False, fill-in blank or short answer).
2. The audience should be able to answer all your questions based on
information contained within your presentation
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RESOURCES
We would like you to choose an interpretive format such as a skit, a song or
a game. Be creative and have fun! The use of props and/or costumes is
encouraged! You will have access to the computers in the computer lab
(S119). You may use any workshop materials and/or experiences, including
the digital and/or video cameras. The Teaching Assistants will be available
to assist you with equipment and/or to talk about ideas relating to your
topic. Coordinate the borrowing of any equipment from the wet lab with
your TAs. Your presentation should be 8-10 minutes long.
You will have time on Wednesday afternoon and Friday to prepare your
presentations. You will also have time in the evenings. Plan your time
wisely. Make sure that both your presentation and worksheet are saved to
transportable media. All of your work on the classroom computers will be
erased each night.
EVALUATION
A staff member will use the attached evaluation sheet to assess your
presentation.
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Evaluation Sheet for Staff:
1. Was the presentation factually correct?
2. Did the presentation have all the required elements?
3. Did all members of the group share in the presentation?
4. Was the worksheet appropriate for the presentation?
5. Rate the following aspects of the presentation using the scale below:
Category
Excellent
Good
Fair
Needs
Improvement
Speaking volume
Enthusiasm
Creativity
Clarity
Completeness
Relevance
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