public presentation
Archaeologists conducting field research are indebted to both their sponsoring organization and the public. We rely on their approval to conduct our research and often their financial support through either public or private entities. The material remains of past human actions are a finite resource too often collected and possessed then later forgotten, or sold. Public presentations clarify to all involved the importance of protecting and preserving the past (when possible) and provide a learning moment for reflecting on our responsibilities.
More formally, "In many cases, it is necessary to present the findings to a number of audiences whose understanding and use of the material will vary greatly. It is best to consider all possible audiences at the start of the survey and to keep this aspect in mind as the project progresses. To be of greatest value, and when restricted information is not a factor, survey results should be widely available and easily understood by the full range of Coloradans (Office of Archaeology and Historic Preservation 2007:61)."
Toward these important objectives, we will present the results of our research to an interested public living near the Manitou Experimental Forest.
More formally, "In many cases, it is necessary to present the findings to a number of audiences whose understanding and use of the material will vary greatly. It is best to consider all possible audiences at the start of the survey and to keep this aspect in mind as the project progresses. To be of greatest value, and when restricted information is not a factor, survey results should be widely available and easily understood by the full range of Coloradans (Office of Archaeology and Historic Preservation 2007:61)."
Toward these important objectives, we will present the results of our research to an interested public living near the Manitou Experimental Forest.
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This is a group project that will require working as a class to develop and present our results. The entire class will receive a single grade for the presentation. Individuals contributing well below the minimum expectations will receive a lower grade.
5 points: The presentation was clear, concise, and well organized. It informed, educated, and entertained. When the presentation ended the audience was stimulated to ask questions and seek deeper insights or knowledge.
4 points: The presentation was mostly clear, concise, and well organized. It informed and educated. When the presentation ended the audience was somewhat stimulated to ask questions.
3 points: The presentation was uneven; sometimes clear, sometimes confusing. It was informed the audience on what we did.
<2 points: The presentation did not demonstrate competence in public education.
5 points: The presentation was clear, concise, and well organized. It informed, educated, and entertained. When the presentation ended the audience was stimulated to ask questions and seek deeper insights or knowledge.
4 points: The presentation was mostly clear, concise, and well organized. It informed and educated. When the presentation ended the audience was somewhat stimulated to ask questions.
3 points: The presentation was uneven; sometimes clear, sometimes confusing. It was informed the audience on what we did.
<2 points: The presentation did not demonstrate competence in public education.
