C5.2 Final Presentation Evaluation

Introduction

EDD students are expected to be able to present technical information publically. Formal presentations and tradeshow formats are often used to present EDD projects. Within the lesson, additional resources have been added for consideration as alternative methods for presenting projects. As an instructor, consider how the documentation matches the way that projects will be demonstrated; student strengths; and how much time exists for the documentation to be created.

The final presentation can be done in many ways. A few key elements should be part of any final presentation. These include:

• Expert feedback and technical questions.
• Professional atmosphere.
• A diverse audience including experts, partnership team members, administrators/ teachers, former EDD students, etc.

Consider how you can accomplish these key elements in a creative way. Some general suggestions are made within the project document, but each implementation of EDD has unique opportunities. For example, the trade show could be held at a local mall or community event. You would still need commitments from experts and evaluators to visit each team, but the students would have a much larger audience for their presentation. This method will also increase community exposure of your PLTW program.

Consider what elements you want each group to include in their final presentation. Work with each team to identify additional elements that they should feature based on the uniqueness of their project.

Regardless of the option that you choose, provide or ask evaluators to develop a few technical questions to ask of each group. Provide evaluators with a rubric or evaluation sheet to judge each group. The Rule of Quarters Evaluation Handout, Juried Response Rubric, or the Oral Presentation Rubric may be used as-is as an assessment tool or may be modified to reflect your requirements.

Presentation Formats

Panel Reviewed

• Formal
• 20 Minutes each
• Evenings
• Partnership Team Evaluates using rubric

Trade Show

• More Informal
• Allows many more projects to be showcased.

Trade Show Hybrid

• Students present to class and each student completes an evaluation rubric.  This happens in class and allows students to practice full presentation.
• Instructor selects the project that best exemplifies the design process.
• That team presents the full presentation to the Engineering Panel on presentation night 1st.  All other groups briefly describe their project in 5 minutes.
• 5 Minute Presentations
  • Problem Statement
  • Best Justification
  • Design Statement
  • Specifications and Constraints
  • Testing Results
  • Recommendations for Refinement
• After all presentations students stand at their 3 panel displays set up outside the presentation room.  The engineers can then go visit with groups to ask questions and provide feedback.
• Much easier on the engineering panel.