English 101 Presentation Guidelines

English 101~ “A Significant Moment” Oral Presentation

TASK: You will prepare and present a 2-4 minute speech based on a

significant/unforgettable moment you have experienced using power point. This

assignment will make count towards the SPEAKING AND LISTENING section of your

mark as described on the course outline ( 5% for each presentation).

GUIDELINES:

o Your speech will provide a detailed account and reflection upon an important

moment you have experienced in your lifetime. Please note that while it may be, it is

not necessary that this moment be one that has been life-altering/shaping. This

means that it could be just a good memory you had from something you experienced

in the past.

o Your speech must be between 2 and 4 minutes long (yes, it will be timed and this

will count towards your mark on the assignment). This translates into approximately

300-500 words, but obviously varies depending on the pace at which individual

students read.

o There is nothing to hand in for this assignment. The product IS your speech.

o In addition to presenting your speech, you will also be required to provide feedback

to each of your classmates on THEIR presentation (how this will happen will be

explained soon!)

o You may choose a “fictive” significant moment, however, do not cross the

boundaries!!!

o Points of assessment are :

1. Time (should be between 2-4 mins, no more, no less…)

2. Content ( content is related to the assignment requirements)

3. Teacherly Presence ( eye contact, no reading off paper/screen, using hand

gestures etc.)

4. Use of Visuals ( do the visuals add to what you are saying)

5. Interest ( is it original???)

Any Q’s, don’t hesitate to ask…