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Power Point Competition
Workshop: 6:00 PM, Thursday, November 13th at ScienceFEST, UT Southwestern Medical School.
Competition: 6:00 PM, Monday, November 17, 2008 at The Winston School
[Grade Groups Do Apply]
[“Contestant” is defined as a single individual]
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Purpose
The purpose of this competition is to provide the student the opportunity to develop and present a single concept of science using state-of-the-art multimedia (PowerPoint) software.
Developing Your Project
1. The student must first choose a single concept of science that would lend itself to demonstration on a computer using PowerPoint software. It is suggested that the student choose a limited subject that can be adequately demonstrated within the time frame of this competition.
2. Translate your concept into a multimedia presentation (PowerPoint) using text, pictures, graphs, animation, audio, and video.
3. The completed presentation must be submitted as a PowerPoint presentation (.ppt or .pps) on a CD-ROM. The disk must be labeled with student’s name, school, home phone, and presentation title.
4. Your presentation must be between one (1) and three (3) minutes in length
5. Once the presentation is started, it must run automatically. Students will not be allowed to touch the computer nor speak after the presentation begins.
The Competition
1. Students will be called on to present their slide show to a general viewing audience. This presentation is open to the public.
2. Prior to activating the slide show, the student is encouraged to make an introductory statement setting out:
- the topic
- explaining how the presentation will attempt to cover the topic
3. Once the presentation begins, students can make no further statement, explanation, nor touch the computer.
Judging
The multimedia presentations will be evaluated based on the following criteria:
1. Proficiency in using PowerPoint. Does the presentation run smoothly using a variety of media, animation techniques, transitions, and timing.
2. Imagination and creativity of presentation.
3. Did the presentation adequately explain the selected concept of Science.
4. Did the student demonstrate poise and composure in their introductory statement.
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