English 302 Style Presentation S 2015

Presentations (100 pts.) Due on assigned day in February/March

Learning Objectives: In this unit you will learn about your assigned topic and
teach the class about it through a presentation and informative memo.

You will practice delivering information orally.

You will learn and teach the class about your assigned topic.
You will practice formatting memos.

Getting Started
In class, you will sign up for a presentation time during the month of October with a partner. Research
your topic starting with Appendix B and/or Chapters 2 & 3 in BAC.

Presentation and Memo Instructions

On the day of your presentation you will need to provide 25 copies of your memo about your topic for
your instructor and your classmates. The memo will need to include an introductory paragraph, a section
explaining the rules about your topic, examples, and a practice problem for the class to do together
during the presentation.
The presentation will not be timed. However, keep in mind that you and your partner are responsible for
teaching the class about your topic and you will more than likely need more than 30 seconds to do so.
Keep your audiences needs in mind while preparing the presentation and be sure to make it clear to the
audience why your topic is important to understand.
*As audience members, you will be required to be active participants in each style presentation. When
presenters ask questions, the instructor will note who is answering and participating as part of your
overall grade.

Evaluation Criteria
Memo50 points
The message creates a professional image of the writer.
The message accomplishes the writers purposes without unintended negative consequences.
The memo is correctly formatted.
The subject line is specific and announces the main idea of the memo.
The memos content is audience appropriate, comprehensive, and meets the specifications of

the assignment sheet.

Details are arranged in descending order of importance. The message incorporates YouAttitude and positive emphasis.
The memo provides all details necessary for writer to achieve the purpose of the
communication.

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Word choice is clear, concise, concrete and correct.

The organization of the body sections and paragraphs is logical and appropriate for the
audience and purpose.
The message contains no spelling, punctuation, usage, or grammar errors.

Presentation50 points
The presentation creates a professional image of the speakers.
The presentation is engaging.
Appropriate volume, tone, and eye contact is achieved.
Speakers keep audience needs in mind.
There is a clear thesis, introduction, and conclusion to the presentation.
The presentation clearly explains the assigned topic.
Appropriate body language and gestures are used.

Required Readings
Success will be grounded in these readings from Business and Administrative Communication, 11th
edition:

Chapter 2

Chapter 3

Appendix B