Part 1) reflect on how your research is going so far: How successful have you been in finding sources? What obstacles have you encountered? What kinds of sources are you looking for to develop your paper further?  What are your plans for how to progress with your research?

Part 2) present some aspect of your research or your paper. This is not meant to be a report of your whole paper. It is meant to be a short presentation about one aspect of your research. It may even be an aspect you did not include in your actual paper but is related to your topic. 

Your presentation grade is given for YOUR ability to TELL the audience about your research and your topic. You will use FIVE to SEVEN slides for your presentation, and these MUST include a first slide that introduces your name, your papers title, and the thesis of the paper. The last slide will be the Works Cited (minimum TWO sources). The three to five slides between these two will be the content of your presentation.  Your grade will also be based on your ability to meet the presentation length of FIVE minutes with meaningful content.

Do NOT fill your slides with print. Use key phrases with your main ideas and graphics to support them. TELL about the research and your findings. You may include pictures and charts. Edit your slides carefully for grammar and spelling.

Grading Rubric of the presentation:

Introduction:  Clear thesis and preview of the body of the speech25 points

Body: Clear points that are well organized and effectively connected30 points

Conclusion:  Reinforced thesis and powerful wrap up10 points

Delivery style:  Clear articulation and correct grammar at natural pace20 points

Visual Aids: Neat, clear, relevant, and accurate visuals15 points

PRACTICE! Decide what you want to tell your audience and practice several times before recording. Time yourself. You need to introduce your thesis and main points, explain the topic or research, and give your conclusionall in exactly five minutes.

Speak loudly and clearly. You may have cards or notes, but do NOT read from them. Tell your audiencedont read.

FOR SLIDES: Use FIVE to SEVEN slides for your oral presentation, including a first slide that introduces your name, your papers title, and the thesis of the paper. The last slide will be the Works Cited. The three to five slides between these two will be the content of your presentation.

Do not fill your slides with print! Use key phrases with your main ideas and graphics to support them. TELL about the research and your findings. Include pictures and charts. Make sure you edit your slides carefully before recording your presentation.