Course Title: Make Presentations

Part B: Course Detail

Teaching Period: Term1 2024

Course Code: COMM5469C

Course Title: Make Presentations

School: 525T Business & Enterprise

Campus: City Campus

Program: C4413 - Certificate IV in Marketing and Communication

Course Contact: Nick Reynolds

Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 0791

Course Contact Email: nick.reynolds@rmit.edu.au


Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff

Gail Scowcroft

gail.scowcroft@rmit.edu.au

Nominal Hours: 30

Regardless of the mode of delivery, represent a guide to the relative teaching time and student effort required to successfully achieve a particular competency/module. This may include not only scheduled classes or workplace visits but also the amount of effort required to undertake, evaluate and complete all assessment requirements, including any non-classroom activities.

Pre-requisites and Co-requisites

None

Course Description

This unit covers the skills and knowledge required to prepare, deliver and review presentations for target audiences.

This unit applies to individuals who may be expected to make presentations for a range of purposes, such as marketing, training and promotions. They contribute well developed communication skills in presenting a range of concepts and ideas.


National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria

National Element Code & Title:

BSBCMM411 Make Presentations

Element:

1. Prepare presentation

Performance Criteria:

1.1 Plan presentation approach and intended outcomes

1.2 Identify target audience, location and resources requirements

1.3 Select presentation strategies, format and delivery methods according to presentation requirements

1.4 Select techniques to evaluate presentation effectiveness

Element:

2. Deliver presentation

Performance Criteria:

2.1 Summarise key concepts and ideas and present to target audience

2.2 Provide opportunity for audience to seek clarification on presentation information

2.3 Confirm target audience understand key concepts and ideas, and that identified presentation objectives have been achieved

Element:

3. Review presentation

Performance Criteria:

3.1 Evaluate effectiveness of the presentation

3.2 Seek and discuss feedback and any reactions to the presentation from participants and relevant stakeholders

3.3 Make changes to presentation based on feedback received


Learning Outcomes


This course is structured to provide students with the optimum learning experience in order to demonstrate the skills and knowledge required to prepare, deliver and review a presentation to a target audience.


Details of Learning Activities

This course is structured to provide you with the optimum learning experience. A range of learning activities are provided during the semester and are designed to enhance learning and understanding of the topics.

You will participate in a combination of group and individual learning activities. These activities will be provided through classroom work time and additional learning activities will be provided for you to complete outside of the scheduled class time.

A range of in-class activities, case studies and independent research are included as the learning activities for this course. We expect you to participate and contribute in all scheduled learning activities.

The learning activities will also include group discussions, group problem-solving activities and opportunities to practice your skills in a simulated workplace environment.

 

 


Teaching Schedule

Course Schedule: Comm5469C Make Presentations. This course is co-delivered with COMM5470C Articulate, debate and present ideas

Week 

Topic

Assessment

1

Introduction to and importance of the unit.

 

The art of debating. Why is it important? 

 

The art of debating

Practice debating in class, articulating and  working in teams. 

 

In class workshop

Using  language and  non-verbal communication

 Preparation for AT1 activity upload

Using persuasive techniques 

Rules for the debate ( organisational framework)

 

Groups for debating. What not to do

The five P's of effective communication

Overcoming obstacles

 

 Tips for your debate: practice makes perfect

 

 

Semester break March  29-April 7 Easter break 

 

Complete assessment task in class and upload to Canvas AT 1A

 

Assessment 1 Part A

9

 

Group debate and review. AT 1 B

 

Assessment 1 Part B in class

Part B Written reflection  due

10

Introduction to presentations.

(Types of presentations & Structure)

 

11 

The Power of Persuasion. Using persuasive techniques # 1

 

12

Make a Presentation #2 

(Process and Finer Skills)

Assessment 2 Workshop 

Assessment Task 2 Part A preparation

 

13 

Individual presentation preparation-AT2 A due

Assessment Task 2 Part A due

14 

Presentation delivery 

Assessment 2 Part B delivery & C review

15 

Presentations delivery 

Assessment 2 Part B  delivery & C review

16  

Resubmissions/catch ups /one on ones

 

17 

Resubmissions only if required

 


Learning Resources

Prescribed Texts


References


Other Resources

All resources will be available in Canvas.


Overview of Assessment

Assessment Methods

Assessment methods have been designed to measure achievement of the requirements in a flexible manner over a range of assessment tasks, for example:

  • direct questioning combined with review of portfolios of evidence and third party workplace reports of on-the-job performance by the candidate
  • review of final printed documents
  • demonstration of techniques
  • observation of presentations
  • oral or written questioning to assess knowledge of software applications

You are advised that you are likely to be asked to personally demonstrate your assessment work to your teacher to ensure that the relevant competency standards are being met.


Performance Evidence

The candidate must demonstrate the ability to complete the tasks outlined in the elements, performance criteria and foundation skills of this unit, including evidence of the ability to:

  • prepare and deliver at least two different presentations.

In the course of the above, the candidate must:

  • use aids and materials to support the presentation
  • select and implement methods to review the effectiveness of presentation and document suggested improvements.


Knowledge Evidence

The candidate must be able to demonstrate knowledge to complete the tasks outlined in the elements, performance criteria and foundation skills of this unit, including knowledge of:

  • information collection methods that support review and feedback of presentations
  • organisational and legislative obligations and requirements relevant to presentations
  • structure of presentations according to intended outcomes
  • principles of effective communication including:
  • persuasive communication techniques
  • verbal and non-verbal communication
  • presentation methods
  • different aids, materials and techniques that can be used for presentations.


Feedback

Feedback will be provided throughout the semester in class and/or online discussions. You are encouraged to ask and answer questions during class time and online sessions so that you can obtain feedback on your understanding of the concepts and issues being discussed. Finally, you can email or arrange an appointment with your teacher to gain more feedback on your progress.

You should take note of all feedback received and use this information to improve your learning outcomes and final performance in the course.


Assessment Tasks

Assessment 1 

This is the first of two (2) assessment tasks you must complete satisfactorily, in order to be deemed competent for this unit. Completing this assessment task allows you to demonstrate your skills and knowledge required to articulate, present and debate ideas in a work or broader life context using a range of techniques to provoke response, reaction and critical discussion.

Assessment will be based upon elements including:

·       Ability to distil key themes, messages and positions

·       Clarity of message

·       Effective Communication

·       Ability to present ideas

·       How well the debating group can respond to arguments.

·       Being able to construct a logical argument and communicate it within a constrained time frame

Part A- Answer questions

Part B- Group debate and Reflection

Assessment 2
You will be required to demonstrate your presentation skills. This assessment task has been designed to
allow you to work individually and in teams to prepare and deliver a professional presentation, as well as
the experience of delivering the presentation to your peers.

Assessment Instructions

This task is divided into three (3) parts as follows:

Part A - Prepare presentation

Part B - Deliver presentation including Presentation slides

Part C - Review the presentation


Assessment Matrix

The assessment matrix that maps all the assessment is available on CANVAS.

Submission Requirements

You should:

  • Ensure that you submit assessments on or before the due date.  
  • Always retain a copy of your assessment tasks. (hard copy and soft copy)
  • When you submit work for assessment at RMIT University you need to use the Assessment task document that includes a declaration and statement of authorship.
  • Each page of your assessment should include footer with your name, student number, the title of the assessment, unit code and title and page numbers.

Other Information

Late Submission Procedures  

You are required to submit assessment items and/or ensure performance based assessment is completed by the due dates. 

If you are prevented from submitting an assessment item on time, by circumstances outside your control, you may apply in advance to your teacher for an extension to the due date of up to seven calendar days.

More Information: 

 https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/assessment-and-exams/assessment/extensions-of-time-for-submission-of-assessable-work

Where an extension of greater than seven days is needed, you must apply for Special Consideration.  Applications for special consideration must be submitted no later than two working days after the assessment task deadline or scheduled examination.

More Information: 

https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/assessment-and-exams/assessment/special-consideration

Resubmissions: 

If you are found to be unsuccessful in a particular Course Assessment Task (or you do not submit/attend) you will be allowed one resubmission.  Your teacher will provide feedback regarding what you need to do to improve and will set a new deadline for the resubmission.  

If you are still not meeting the assessment requirements you must apply to your Program Manager in writing outlining the steps you will take to demonstrate competence in your course. Your submission will be considered by the Program Team and you will be advised of the outcome as soon as possible.

Adjustments to Assessment  

In certain circumstances students may be eligible for an assessment adjustment. For more information about the circumstances under which the assessment arrangements might be granted please access the following website: 

https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/assessment-and-exams/assessment/adjustments-to-assessment

Marking Guide (Competency): 

Feedback on your assignment and your results will be released via the rubric on Canvas. Assessment tasks will receive the following outcomes:

Satisfactory

Not Satisfactory

DNS (Did not Submit)

There are 2 assessments for this course, students must be deemed satisfactory in all  assessments to be competent in this course.

Course grades will be given as:

CA (Competency Achieved)

NYC (Not Yet Competent)

DNS (Did not submit)

You must demonstrate that you have all the required skills/knowledge/elements in the unit of competency you are studying. 

You will receive feedback on each assessment task that will inform you about your progress and how well you are performing.  

Further information regarding the application of the grading criteria will be provided by your teacher.

 

 

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