Presentations
1. Each student will deliver an oral presentation of the published empirical article selected.
Due a Week After the Last Class
1. Complete the Applied Learning Paper.
Session Eight Documents
Oral Presentation
A. Each student will deliver an oral presentation of the published empirical article selected. Please use PowerPoint slides or a Prezi. Each presentation will include a summary of the following:
1. An abstract
2. A brief review of the literature in your own words (summarize the background research in the published article you selected from the journal of choice, in addition to the findings of the study presented in that article)
3. The research question
4. The independent and dependent variables
5. Operational definitions and measurements of the variables
6. The research hypothesis and the null hypothesis
7. The experimental design or non-experimental research approach
8. The statistical analysis
9. The sampling procedure, participants, and sample size
10. Research ethical considerations.
11. The results
12. The issues covered in the discussion section.
The presentation should be about 15 minutes in length (no more than 20 minutes and include all the twelve elements mentioned above with headings on your slides that clearly identify each section.
Be prepared to answer questions from the instructor and class members about the process of evaluating the article as well as the content of the article itself. .
Rubric
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This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeNon-VerbalAttire (professional) |
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10 pts |
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This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeVerbal CommunicationVolume and Pitch |
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10 pts |
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This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeOrganizationThe type of presentation is appropriate for the topic and Information is presented in a logical sequence. (5 points) Presentation appropriately cites requisite number of references. (10 points) |
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20 pts |
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This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeContentIntroduction is attention-getting, lays out the problem well, and establishes a framework for the rest of the presentation. (5 points) Technical terms are well-defined in language appropriate for the target audience. (5 points) Presentation contains accurate information. (10 points) Material included is relevant to the overall message/purpose. (10 points) Christian Worldview (10 points) |
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40 pts |
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This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeEngagementVisual Aids (5 points) Applied Learning Paper In this ALP you will design a research project using one of the following research approaches:
Correlation study — Design an instrument (e.g., a questionnaire) to measure a specific hypothesis and collect data on at least 20 people. Case study — Find a child with whom you do not have a close relationship (an acquaintance is fine). Interview the child’s parent(s) and other adults that are close to the child (grandparents, teachers, etc.), and, if possible, observe the child in as many contexts as possible (home, school, playground, etc.). Then, pick a theory of child development (Erickson, Piaget, etc.) and apply it to “your” child. Naturalistic observation — Observe a specific behavior of individuals (such as some aspect of nonverbal communication) at the mall, zoo, family gathering, restaurant, etc. All research papers should include the sections listed below. Introduction (1 page) The introduction should contain a brief summary of related research that has already been done, and explain how your study will add to the existing body of knowledge. The hypothesis of your study should be found in this section. Method (3-4 pages total) Each of the following should be a subheading:
What did your research reveal? Just state the findings. Do not interpret or evaluate anything. You will do this in the next section. Discussion (3-4 pages) This is where you should interpret and evaluate your study. What do your results mean? You should discuss your findings in reference to your hypothesis. If you did an observational or correlational study: Did your study support your hypothesis? Theorize why it did or did not. If you did a case study: Did your findings fit into the theory of development that you picked? Explain why you think they did or did not. Did anything surprise you or did everything come out just as you expected? Are there any follow-up studies that you think should be done? Integration (1-2 pages) Apply at least two biblical principles to the results of your study. For example, how could the results be used to better understand human behavior, sin, conflict, redemption, reconciliation, etc.? Use scripture to support your points. Your paper should be 10-12 pages of content, double-spaced with standard margins. You should have a title page and reference page with correct APA formatting and citations in the paper. You should use additional sources, beyond your textbook.
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20 pts |
