Informal Presentation Reflection
The informal presentation primarily
focused on the background information of the SeaPerch ROV project, the team
design brief, my individual design brief and the alternative solutions for the
challenge and task at hand. The presentation began with an introduction of and
a little background information about ROV’s and the SeaPerch Deepwater
Challenge. After the introduction, both the team design brief and individual
design was given. Alternative solutions were presented last, four different
solutions were shown.
The presentation was very strong in
areas such as formal dress wear, a loud speaking voice, pertinent visuals and
an ample amount of clear differing alternate solutions. A suit and tie that fit
well were worn for the presentation to display that the presentation had a
formal and professional feel. The presentation was also easily audible for the
audience during the entire duration of the presentation. Throughout the video,
the presentation could be easily heard and understood. The entire presentation
also used pertinent and relevant visuals in every single category possible. The
background information was filled with multiple images of ROV’s in action, the
people who consistently use ROV’s the places ROV’s are used and images of the
SeaPerch ROV challenge. Additionally, at least three images were shown for each
alternate solution. The alternate solutions also displayed clear evidence that
each solution was unique and offered different approaches to solve the same
group of problems. Shape, size and materials differed from each solution.
The strongest point of the
presentation was the amount of visuals for the alternate solution. Each
alternate solution during the presentation had at least three different views
for the overall solution. These views included a front, side and overhead view
of the alternate solution. Some solutions also had isometric views to represent
the three dimensional shape of the ROV frame. Using multiple views during the
presentation allowed the audience to understand how each solution differed in
shape, materials and equipment.
Although the alternative solution
section of the presentation contained many relative visuals and images, other
areas of the presentation lacked necessary visuals to help the audience
properly understand the purpose of the project. The introduction had many
visuals to actual ROV’s and how they were relevant in the real world; but, more
images were needed to portray the actual SeaPerch ROV project. To help the
audience of the presentation to further understand the mission and goal of the
exact SeaPerch ROV deepwater challenge further images and visuals of amateur
ROV simulations and live simulation photos of ROV SeaPerch simulations were
needed.
Although the presentation was strong
in areas of number of images and a loud speaking voice, other areas of the
presentation were either missing or lacking. The conclusion was the weakest
part of the presentation because it was almost completely missing from the
presentation. The presentation did
conclude with a closing but the presentation lacked an overall summation of the
areas covered. Frankly, the presentation only included a closing. A quick
summary of the presentation was completely absent.
For the next presentation,
improvement of the conclusion is needed. The informal presentation also paid
too much attention to the background information so the next presentation needs
to spend less time describing the background information. The next presentation
also needs to be much cleaner and smooth in terms of speaking. The informal
presentation contained too many frequent “ums” and “uhs”. Lastly, to speed up
looking for images, multiple tabs with the images already opened from the blog
can be up to minimize the time used looking for images and photos of ROV’s or
the SeaPerch simulation.
From watching my own presentation I
realized that presentation delivery and style were not nearly as fine tuned as
expected. Numerous different awkward pauses and “ums/uhs” were present that weakened the overall appeal
of the presentation. The presentation also was much too fast, the background
information took too long to present which dragged out the presentation and
caused the speed to increase. Lastly, I did not clearly answer some of the
audiences’ questions properly and thoroughly. For example, Joe’s question about
buoyancy calculations was not properly answered and caused more confusion about
the testing of pool noodles.
All in all, I realized through
watching the video that the presentation needs improvement on areas such as
speed, a proper clean speaking style, a well formed summary and conclusion, and
having less emphasis on background information. Watching the video and other
presentations allowed me to visualize and properly prepare for the next
presentation. One essential piece of knowledge gained from the video was the
ability to see my own presentation style. With this knowledge I can improve the
delivery of information and ideas to the audience.
Rate the following using 4 as the highest
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I definitely dressed to
impress with business clothing and shoes.
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I started my introduction with an image related to my
project. The image was appropriate and beneficial for audience.
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I provide my name, yearly status, school, course and
project title in a clear commanding voice.
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I used a visual
to clarify the problem situation.
Visuals were interesting.
Visuals were clear and easy to see from a distance.
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clearly describe what will be designed and modeled or prototyped by the team
as a whole, what it should do, the operator if applicable, in/under what
conditions, when the solution would be used and what constraints are being
imposed.
I included an image of the testing site of the final team
product.
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I used a visual
to clarify the problem situation.
Visuals were interesting.
Visuals were clear and easy to see from a distance.
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I
clearly describe what I will design and model or prototype as my portion of
the project, what it should do, the operator if applicable, in/under what
conditions, when the solution would be used and what constraints are being
imposed.
I included an image of the testing site of the final team
product.
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I used visuals to
clarify the problem situation.
Visuals were interesting.
Visuals were clear and easy to see from a distance.
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I identified a number of workable solutions with the use of
visuals. I discussed all options
without discussing the selected solutions.
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I
summarized my presentation describing me product expectations my solution.
(Specifications)
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recapped the alternate solutions using a visual for clarity.
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I
indicated that I was done speaking.
I indicated that I was willing to answer questions.
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I kept a clear and
easy-to-understand speaking voice throughout
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I kept a good speaking voice
volume throughout.
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I was well-prepared and
understood my topic.
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I planned what I was going to
say and my plan was helpful
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I followed my notes, but did
not have to read my speech word-for-word.
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I answered questions that the
audience asked completely and thoroughly.
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