Objective
This class presentation is about your in-depth literature review. Your main focus shoud be your in-depth literature review and the introduction. It is unnecessarily to show method or results. You will present your in-depth literature review, research questions, and objectives to the class. Use this opportunity to refine your research proposal through class feedback and discussion. This is to ensure that your introduction effectively sets the stage for your research by clearly defining the context, significance, research question, and objectives of your research proposal
- You have 25 minutes including discussion and transition time.
- Ensure your slides are clear, concise, and visually engaging.
- You will present on 8-Oct or 10-Oct. Reserve your time slot by writing your name on this spreadsheet, first come, first served!
- This presentation is not graded, but your presentation and active participation in the discussions contribute to your participation grade.
Presentation content
Introduction:
- Provide a broad overview of your research topic to establish context
- Based on an in-depth literature review, clearly define the research problem you intend to address
- Based on an in-depth literature review, explain the significance of your research within the broader field
Literature review summary:
- Summarize key findings from your literature review that highlight the gap your research will fill
- Discuss relevant studies, theories, or models that support the foundation of your research
Research question
- Based on an in-depth literature review, clearly articulate your research question
- Ensure that your research question is specific, focused, and aligns with the gap identified in the literature review
Research objectives
- Clearly state the objectives of your research
- Ensure that your objectives are specific, measurable, and aligned with the research question
Significance and contribution:
- Discuss the potential contributions your research will make to the field
- Explain how your research will advance knowledge, address a gap, or solve a specific problem
Questions for feedback:
- Prepare 2-3 specific questions for your classmates and instructor to help refine your Introduction and clarify your research focus.
Evaluation
The points listed in the evaluation criteria are for informational purposes only as these presentations are not graded. The listed points highlight the importance of each aspect of your work to guide you on where to focus for a strong presentation that covers the learning objectives of this assignment.
- Is in-depth literature review effectively used to define the research problem, and its significance? (65 points)
- Does the presentation provide a clear and comprehensive overview of the research topic and context? (5 points)
- Is the research problem clearly defined and effectively articulated? (5 points)
- Is the research question specific, focused, and aligned with the identified research gaps from the literature review (5 points)
- Are the research objectives well-stated, specific, and aligned with the research problem and research questions (5 points)
- Does the presentation effectively communicate the significance and potential contributions of the research? (5 points)
- Are the questions for feedback well-formulated and conducive to helpful discussion? (5 points)
- Is the presentation clear, well-organized, and delivered effectively? (5 points)
Download rubric that we be used at class for evalluation.
Feedback
- After your presentation, you will receive feedback from your peers and instructor to help refine your Introduction and overall research focus.