Comprehension and Content:
• Did the presentation provide an understanding of the background and
significance to the research question being addressed, while explaining
terminology and avoiding jargon?
• Did the presentation clearly describe the impact and/or results of the
research and leave the audience with a key set of takeaways?
• Did the presentation follow a clear and logical sequence?
• Were the thesis topic, research significance, results/impact, and outcomes
communicated in language appropriate to a non-specialist audience?
• Did the presenter spend adequate time on each element of their
presentation? Did they elaborate for too long on one aspect or was the
presentation rushed?
Engagement and Communication:
• Did the speaker have an engaging and confident delivery style?
• Did the presenter capture and maintain the audience’s attention?
• Did the presenter convey enthusiasm for their research?
• Did the PowerPoint slide enhance and support the presentation—was it
clear how the slide supported and related to the verbal presentation?
• Did the presentation spark the curiosity and imagination of the audience?
• Did the presenter organize their time effectively to finish within three
minutes?