Q Assignment Overview (Reminder) This assignment requires a series of parts/steps leading up to the delivery of your presentation, and you will complete only one part at a time. In Part 1 you will select a concept or theory from this class that helps you better understand the communication issues in a specific relationship and find a research study about the theory/concept you chose. In Part 2 you will insert the information you found into a research presentation outline, using an outline template provided by me. In Part 3 you will record your presentation and two of your peers will evaluate it- you will also evaluate two peers. In Part 4 you will submit your final 3-5 minute recorded presentation. As stated above, this assignment requires a series of steps, and you will complete only one step per week, leading up to the delivery of your presentation. Your current task is only the following step: Instructions for Research Presentation Part 3: Record Your Presentation 1. Record your presentation and upload it to YouTube using the same method you practiced in the course orientation. 2. Post the link to your recorded presentation in this discussion forum. 3. Respond to two classmates by copying and pasting the Research Presentation Peer Evaluation Rubric (below) and filling it out for each speaker you view. Follow these important guidelines to make sure you fulfill the assignment requirements: • Read Appendix B in your textbook for details on the expectations for your presentation delivery, including the use of notecards and the importance of using and extemporaneous speaking style. Pay special attention to the information on page 383-384 of the textbook. • View these Research Presentation ExamplesLinks to an external site. to get an idea of what it looks like. • How to record & upload a video: • o YouTube does not have a webcam feature to record videos. You can use software on your computer or phone to record and save a video. Then, you can upload the videoLinks to an external site. to YouTube. o If you have a mobile device, you can record videos with your phone's camera and upload them with the YouTube appLinks to an external site.. You will need to situate your phone in order to meet the guidelines above. o If you are using a computer you will need to look up how to record videos on your specific machine, since the instructions depend on your operating system. You can usually find info in your device manual or by searching online. After you post your work, respond to two classmates by clicking “reply” and following the guidelines for responding (see rubric below). Please try to only respond to posts that do not have any responses. How to Get Help Technical Support: Need help using Canvas Discussions? If so, please review the following guide: Canvas Student Guide - Discussions.Links to an external site. Assignment Support: If, after reading these instructions you feel like you need additional support to get started with this assignment, please make an appointment with our Communication Tutor, Michelle,Links to an external site. who can help you at any stage of this assignment. Grading Rubric Your Post (worth 5 points): 5 points = The student posted a YouTube video of their research presentation. Settings allowed viewing, link functioned, no issues. 2 points = Attempted to post but settings did not allow viewing, or link did not work. 0 points = Did not attempt to post a YouTube video of their presentation. Your Responses to a Classmate (worth 10 points each, total of 20): Respond to two classmate's presentations by copying and pasting the grading rubric below, assigning them points for each item and providing feedback where called for. This is an opportunity for you to help a classmate refine their presentation. 10 points = Work is exemplary. The student responded to a classmate with clear feedback for how to improve the presentation, using the complete grading rubric. 5 points = Work is approaching the requirements, but needs more attention. The student responded but only with agreement or praise, and no constructive feedback. 0 points = The student did not respond to a classmate. Research Presentation Peer Evaluation Rubric Name of Person Delivering the Presentation: ______________________________ Point allocation: Full points = item was complete Half points = item was attempted but incomplete No points = item was missing Requirements ___/5 points: Posted outline ___/5 points: Cited source in APA format, article was from approved journal listed in textbook Areas of improvement for this section (for credit, list specific changes even if the presentation was good):___________________________________________________________________ Content: 50 total points 1. Introduction __/2 points: Attention getter: rhetorical question, statistic, relevant fact, etc. __/2 points: Stated name(s) and briefly introduced the topic __/3 points:Thesis statement: Clearly and succinctly stated "big idea" __/3 points: Preview: Told us the three things that will be covered in this presentation. Consistent with main points from assignment outline template. Areas of improvement for this section (for credit, list specific changes even if the presentation was good):_________________________________________________________________ Body __/10 points Main Point 1: Had a clear main point with a coherent idea supported by evidence and given equal time and depth as the other main points. Areas of improvement for this section (for credit, list specific changes even if the presentation was good):___________________________________________________________________ __/10 points Main Point 2: Had a clear main point with a coherent idea supported by evidence and given equal time and depth as the other main points. Areas of improvement for this section (for credit, list specific changes even if the presentation was good):___________________________________________________________________ __/10 points Main Point 3: Had a clear main point with a coherent idea supported by evidence and given equal time and depth as the other main points. Areas of improvement for this section (for credit, list specific changes even if the presentation was good):___________________________________________________________________ 1. Conclusion Rephrased thesis and briefly listed the main points you covered (no details, just one sentence): __/5 points Ended with a planned, conclusive and confident statement. __/5 points Areas of improvement for this section (for credit, list specific changes even if the presentation was good):___________________________________________________________ Delivery __/5 points: Vocalics: Applied vocal variety: Speaker attempted to speak with interest about his/her subject by using vocal expression. (Problems may include monotone voice, sing-song tone, or powerless “up tone”) __/5 points: Vocalics: Used rate of speech for impact. Did not race through presentation, used effective pauses. __/5 points: Vocalics: Spoke loudly enough to demonstrate confidence in material and comfort speaking. __/5 points: Eye Contact: Looked at audience by speaking to camera. Camera was placed at eye level so speaker was not looking "down" on audience. __/2 points: Kinesics: Upper half of body was visible so that it looked like a presentation, not a "talking head." __/2 points: Artifacts: Dressed appropriately for a class presentation, which means one step more formal than audience. No “beachwear,” hats, or otherwise unprofessional clothing and artifacts. __/1 point: Artifacts: If recorded, had plain/professional backdrop with no clutter or distracting personal items. __/5 points: Verbal Communication: Used professional/academic language. Language was not too casual/informal. Limited rambling or unplanned statements, or “impromptu” style. __/5 points: Verbal Communication: Used extemporaneous speaking style by speaking from an outline not reading a script. Planned and rehearsed but not read. __/5 points: Chronemics: Presentation was at least 3 minutes and no longer than 5 minutes Areas of improvement for this section (for credit, list specific changes even if the presentation was good): Total Grade I Would Give This Presenter (Sum Points Above): ____/100 Biggest Area For Improvement For Future Presentations: