| Grading of Presentations: 25% of total grade. You will organize and deliver one twelve-to-fifteen minute presentation. See the "Topics" key to the left for a list of topics from which to choose. I have already mapped out the order in which the presentations will occur as well as the bibliographies providing their basis (see the "First List Biblio." and "Second List Biblio." keys to the left). You also should consult "Online Resources" (key to the left) for additional information. Whenever possible, link the subject and the specifics of your presentation with the texts we have already read. If images exist on this web site that have relevance for your presentation, definitely talk about them. This last point is especially true for those talking about medical knowledge (Oct. 11 and Nov. 22) and the Dutch invasion (Oct. 16).
During my office hours and after class, I will be happy to help you conceptualize and organize your presentation. Be prepared to answer questions when you are finished speaking. You may read from a prepared text or give an extemporaneous talk. Afterward, you will write up a five-to-seven page paper based on the basic points covered in your talk (see the "Write-up" key to the left). These papers will be due approximately one week after the day you deliver the talk. Practice your delivery in advance: the more times you run through it, the more comfortable you will be with it. Also, time your talk beforehand so that you do not fall minutes short or run on too long. Three aspects of your talk will determine the grade you will receive for it. First, comprehensiveness of coverage--deliver as much information as you can in the time allotted. Second, clarity and organization of the material--pay attention to whether your material is arranged so that it is understandable (coherent, orderly, and to the point) for those who are not familiar with it. And third, audibility--speak slowly, clearly, and loudly. |
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