SPC2608_8261_Group2

     I just recently did a presentation with my group on change makers of the 1800's. Each group did their own time period: starting from the constitutional writers all the way to the 2000's - present time. As an individual, I studied John D Rockefeller and spoke about the great things he has done in this world with his wealth. I learned alot during my time researching and presenting, not only about Rockefeller but all the other change makers my group members researched. During this assignment, I improved my public speech and research skills. I felt more confident this time when I was speaking (I was nervous before my part, though) and felt a lot more knowledgeable talking about my change maker. This was due to the presentation's interesting topic. Learning about the change-makers was definitely the best part of the whole project, and I am sure my classmates would agree with me. My group and every other one did a great job presenting our projects, and we're all getting ...

During this unit, our class explored different eras of American changemakers and the people who helped shape the country we live in today. Each group focused on a different time period and presented individuals who made important contributions to society. Watching all of the presentations helped me learn more about history, but it also gave me the chance to observe how different students present information, explain ideas, and handle public speaking.  The first group focused on the constitutional authors, the leaders who helped create the foundation of the United States government. These individuals played a role in developing the Constitution and building the structure that American democracy still follows today.  One of the first figures discussed was James Madison. Madison played a major role in designing the structure of the government and is often called the “Father of the Constitution.” He believed that power should be divided between different branches so that no single...

          BLOG POST #2     This project helped give a spotlight to the hidden gems in the history of our country. Each group reflected on different individuals and the amazing impacts they had on society.      For Group #1 The first group of change makers helped build the foundation of the United States government. These leaders were involved in creating the Constitution and shaping how American democracy would work. James Madison is often called the “Father of the Constitution.” He helped design the structure of the government and believed that power should be divided between different branches so that no one person or group would have too much control. Madison also supported the Bill of Rights, which protects important freedoms like speech and religion. His ideas are still a major part of how the U.S. government works today. Benjamin Franklin played an important role during the Constitutional Convention. He was known for hel...

     To start off, I think having a good project like this was very useful and somewhat interesting at least for me. Not only because of who I did or my timeline, but I also got to learn other timelines. This helped me learn about new people and get more knowledge about our history. This also explain why they were so important explaining how they helped shape our country in so many different ways. It also showed how confident and nervous some are, but they still did a great job presenting their person. overall, this assignment it not only good to get out of our comfort zone but also makes you realize what you can improve by seeing others present.       Secondly, the first group talked about the constitutional authors. Each person explained someone who helped build the early United States. DorisAnn talked about James Madison. I really liked how they explained everything by saying how he helped design the government and later became the fourth president....

Throughout this unit, our class explored different eras of American changemakers, and each group approached their presentations with unique perspectives, research styles, and speaking strengths. Watching all four groups helped me understand not only the historical impact of the figures they chose, but also the different ways students communicate information, handle nerves, and engage an audience. As I listened to each presenter, I found myself paying attention to both the content and the delivery, how clearly, they spoke, how confidently they presented, and how effectively they used their slides or videos. Altogether, these presentations gave me a deeper appreciation for the individuals who shaped our country. The first presentation focused on the constitutional authors, and each student covered a different figure who helped shape the early United States. DorisAnn opened with James Madison, describing his sharp intellect, his deep understanding of government, and his role as the four...

     These past weeks in my speech class, we had four groups who presented different chapters from our public speaking textbook. Together, all of these presentations helped build and fully explain all the elements which go into being an effective speaker and presenter. Rather than just reading about public speaking strategies, we were able to see them in action through our classmates delivery styles, slide designs, and organization. As I watched all the groups present, it was able to give me the chance to reflect on what works well, what could be improved, and how I personally performed when it was my turn to speak. Seeing these concepts being applied in real presentations made the material feel more realistic and useful, especially because we will have to use these skills throughout the rest of the course. Overall, I think these presentations helped me better understand how preparation, organization, and delivery all come together to create an effective speech.  ...