Module Project Presentations: The Module Project Presentation will be divided into sections presented by the students who prepare the related sections, and will be individually graded. The first slide should have the name of the Module presented, list of the name of students and the name of their presentations, and the Course number.
All students assigned to a Module must attend the Zoom session for that Module and be ready to present their topic. However, if time runs short, some presentations may be postponed to the following session. In this Global Learning Course, these presentations are known as "Module Project Presentations," and students who do not participate and present in their assigned Module will receive a grade of zero.
The students will use PowerPoint for their presentations, have a short outline at the beginning and a conclusion at the end, plus a list of references, The presentations will be based on lectures, academic sources along with the main textbook, and all sources will be cited under the references. MODULE 6: Middle East, Africa & Central Asia
Suggested Presentation Topics:
- The resource curse: oil wealth and development in the Gulf
- Post-colonial economic legacies in Africa
- China's Belt and Road Initiative in Africa and Central Asia
- How have colonial histories and resource dependence shaped economic outcomes in these regions?
- Can diversification in economy overcome structural challenges?
Rubric
Rubric for the Presentation (2)
| Criteria | Ratings | Pts |
|---|---|---|
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeSubject Knowledge | 20 to >12.0 ptsExcellentSpeaker provides accurate and complete explanations of key concepts and theories, drawing on relevant literature. Applications of theory illuminate issues. Listeners gain insights.12 to >4.0 ptsNeeds ImprovementFor the most part, explanations of concepts and theories are accurate and complete. Some helpful applications are included. 4 to >0 ptsPoorExplanations of concepts and/or theories are inaccurate or incomplete. Little attempt is made to tie theory to practice. Listeners gain little from the presentation. | 20 pts |
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeOrganization | 20 to >12.0 ptsExcellentPresentation is clear, logical, and organized. Listener can follow line of reasoning12 to >4.0 ptsNeeds ImprovementPresentation is generally clear and well organized. A few minor points may be confusing. 4 to >0 ptsPoorOrganization is haphazard; listener can follow presentation only with effort. Arguments are not clear. | 20 pts |
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeDelivery | 20 to >12.0 ptsExcellentDelivery techniques (posture, gesture, eye contact, and vocal expressiveness) make the presentation compelling, and speaker appears polished and confident.12 to >4.0 ptsNeeds ImprovementDelivery techniques (posture, gesture, eye contact, and vocal expressiveness) make the presentation interesting, and speaker appears comfortable 4 to >0 ptsPoorDelivery techniques (posture, gesture, eye contact, and vocal expressiveness) detract from the understandability of the presentation, and speaker appears uncomfortable. | 20 pts |
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeConnection to Audience | 20 to >12.0 ptsExcellentLevel of presentation is appropriate for the audience. Presentation is a planned conversation, paced for audience understanding. It is not a reading of a paper. Presenter is able to effectively communicate with the audience.12 to >4.0 ptsNeeds ImprovementLevel of presentation is generally appropriate. Pacing is sometimes too fast or too slow. Presenter seems slightly uncomfortable at times at communicating with the audience. 4 to >0 ptsPoorAspects of presentation are too elementary or too sophisticated for audience. Presenter is ineffective with communicating with the audience. | 20 pts |
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeTechnology/Communication Skills | 20 to >12.0 ptsFull MarksTechnology / Communication aids enhance presentation. Technology is used to maximize audience comprehension.12 to >4.0 ptsNeeds ImprovementTechnology / Communication aids contribute to the quality of the presentation. Some material is not supported by visual aids. 4 to >0 ptsPoorTechnology / Communication aids are poorly prepared or used inappropriately. | 20 pts |
Total Points: 100
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- Can diversification in economy overcome structural challenges