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What is one primary objective of an oral project report?
What is one primary objective of an oral project report?
How can visuals impact an oral project report?
How can visuals impact an oral project report?
Which of the following is NOT a benefit of starting a presentation with an interactive introduction?
Which of the following is NOT a benefit of starting a presentation with an interactive introduction?
Which principle contributes to a visually appealing oral project report?
Which principle contributes to a visually appealing oral project report?
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What aspect of communication is highlighted as influencing an oral project report?
What aspect of communication is highlighted as influencing an oral project report?
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What role do hand gestures play in effective speaking?
What role do hand gestures play in effective speaking?
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What is a crucial aspect of using facial expressions during a presentation?
What is a crucial aspect of using facial expressions during a presentation?
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What was Simon particularly proud of in his presentations?
What was Simon particularly proud of in his presentations?
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What is a common challenge faced by presenters in oral project reports?
What is a common challenge faced by presenters in oral project reports?
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How should a speaker approach eye contact during a presentation?
How should a speaker approach eye contact during a presentation?
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Which of the following demonstrates a successful oral project report?
Which of the following demonstrates a successful oral project report?
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What is the importance of rehearsing a presentation multiple times?
What is the importance of rehearsing a presentation multiple times?
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What happens during the 15-minute oral project report presentations?
What happens during the 15-minute oral project report presentations?
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What percentage of the grade is based on the originality of the approach taken during the presentation?
What percentage of the grade is based on the originality of the approach taken during the presentation?
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Which of the following factors is weighted the most in the evaluation criteria for the presentation?
Which of the following factors is weighted the most in the evaluation criteria for the presentation?
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What should be done prior to uploading the PowerPoint presentation to the Bongo tool?
What should be done prior to uploading the PowerPoint presentation to the Bongo tool?
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What is the primary aim of a presentation in an academic context?
What is the primary aim of a presentation in an academic context?
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Which component is NOT considered a basic part of a presentation?
Which component is NOT considered a basic part of a presentation?
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What should the introduction of a presentation accomplish?
What should the introduction of a presentation accomplish?
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What is the primary function of visuals in a presentation?
What is the primary function of visuals in a presentation?
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Which question is NOT appropriate to include in the body of a project presentation?
Which question is NOT appropriate to include in the body of a project presentation?
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What is a mandatory part of the structure for an academic presentation?
What is a mandatory part of the structure for an academic presentation?
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Why should each slide in a presentation contain a well-considered 'action title'?
Why should each slide in a presentation contain a well-considered 'action title'?
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What should be done before showing an image during a presentation?
What should be done before showing an image during a presentation?
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What role do visuals play in a project presentation?
What role do visuals play in a project presentation?
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How can a speaker maintain the audience's interest during a presentation?
How can a speaker maintain the audience's interest during a presentation?
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During which stage of preparing a presentation should the topic be identified?
During which stage of preparing a presentation should the topic be identified?
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What is a recommended practice regarding the use of visuals for undergraduate students?
What is a recommended practice regarding the use of visuals for undergraduate students?
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What is essential for the results presented in an oral presentation?
What is essential for the results presented in an oral presentation?
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Which component is NOT part of effective non-verbal communication during a presentation?
Which component is NOT part of effective non-verbal communication during a presentation?
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Which of the following is NOT a question to guide the body of a presentation?
Which of the following is NOT a question to guide the body of a presentation?
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What should be included in the conclusion of a presentation?
What should be included in the conclusion of a presentation?
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Why is breathing technique important for a speaker during a presentation?
Why is breathing technique important for a speaker during a presentation?
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What effect does the speaker's posture have on the audience?
What effect does the speaker's posture have on the audience?
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Which of the following statements is true about animations in presentations?
Which of the following statements is true about animations in presentations?
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What aspect of vocal communication is essential for comprehensibility?
What aspect of vocal communication is essential for comprehensibility?
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Study Notes
Academic Work at IU: Oral Project Reports
- Upon completing this unit, students will have learned how to structure a successful oral project report, the importance of using graphics, principles of a visually appealing report, and the evaluation criteria for judging the success of an oral project report.
Case Study: Simon's Experience with Oral Project Reports
- Simon's challenges in presenting his project to a large audience were addressed by following a clear structure throughout his projects and using visual representations to support his presentations.
- He created photo logs to use during his oral project reports and started his presentations with an interactive introduction to grab the audience's attention and reduce his nerves.
Oral Project Reports at IU: Objectives and Procedures
- The oral presentation of an independently designed, implemented, and documented project is at the center of an oral project report.
- A successful presentation demonstrates the transfer of theoretical knowledge into practice within a specific project.
- Students must identify a topic, plan the project, implement and document it, and then structure the presentation to familiarize the audience with the process and results.
Structure of an Oral Project Report
- The structure of a presentation is determined by the project's phases, but all presentations have the same basic components:
- Title slide
- Outline
- Introduction
- Body
- Conclusion
- List of figures/tables (if necessary)
- Bibliography
- The introduction should arouse attention and interest, and the body should describe the project's implementation and results.
Supporting Visuals
- Visuals should illustrate the project's process and results, and should complement and support the verbal content.
- Four principles should be considered when creating each slide:
- Visuals help foster understanding, but are not an end in themselves.
- Messages should be used instead of headlines.
- A verbal description should be given before an image is shown.
- PowerPoint slides should be easily readable and not overloaded with information.
Rhetoric and Appearance
- Verbal and non-verbal communication, including the speaker's posture, convey an impression of credibility.
- Four points are particularly important for being perceived as convincing:
- Voice
- Pronunciation (articulation)
- Emphasis (accentuation)
- Breathing
- Non-verbal signals that contribute to a successful presentation include:
- Posture and appearance
- Gestures
- Facial expressions
- Eye contact
Formal Requirements and Evaluation Criteria
- Oral project reports are recorded using the Bongo tool and last 15 minutes.
- A PowerPoint presentation must be converted into a PDF file before uploading to the Bongo tool.
- The presentation should be complete, follow a clear structure, and abide by the given time limit.
- Evaluation criteria include:
- Definition of the task, structure, and implementation of the project process (35%)
- Originality of the approach taken to the solution (20%)
- Quality of the solution(s) (15%)
- Rhetorical features and supporting visuals used (30%)
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Description
Learn how to structure a successful oral project report, including the use of graphics and principles of visually appealing reports. Evaluate the success of an oral project report with clear criteria.