Presentation/Demonstration (15% of Final Grade)

It is important to become proficient in both employing and instructing others in the application and usage of Internet tools. Your assignment is to prepare and present one class demonstration on an information networking skill or resource. You might want to present one Internet site in more detail, or you might want to present a small selection of sites on a certain topic. The topic must be approved by the instructor before February 25, 2002. You are encouraged to do this assignment collaboratively (with another student) or alone.

During the in-class demonstration the students must:

1. Describe the resource in a clear and concise manner. This should include an evaluation of the resource addressing accuracy of information, ease of use, and helpfulness of the site. (Describe why the site is important and how it can be useful to members of the class.)

2. Present a demonstration that does not exceed 11 minutes if done alone or 22 minutes if done in a team using the computer, overhead projector, and any other appropriate tools.

3. Prepare a one page handout (two pages maximum for partner demonstrations) on the Web for class distribution that includes:
   • the access path and instructions to the resource;
   • a description and evaluation of the resource regarding the ease of use, accuracy, and other items that are presented in the demonstration.

   The handout will be due 2 class days before your scheduled presentation. The URL for the handout should also be posted to the class newsgroup 2 class days prior to the presentation.

Suggested presentation/demonstration topics include:

Push/Pull Technology
Cascading Style Sheets
Flash
Educational Resources for Particular User Groups
Resources for People with Disabilities
Music Resources
Webrings
Fashion and Clothing
Gardening or Environmental Issues
Image Maps
Animated Gifs
Consumer Protection Resources
Fulltext Archives
Online Shopping
Anonymizers
Genealogy
International Organizations
Internet Telephony
Law Enforcement
Business Resources
The Internet in Particular Regions or Countries
Audio and Video
Health Information etc.

Scheduling Equipment:

Bear in mind that if you can only use a Macintosh for your demo, your date for the presentation of the demo may be restricted. A PC will usually be available in the classroom. At least one week before your demonstration you are required to make certain that the equipment you will need for your demonstration will be available. Consult the GSLIS I.T. Lab staff if you have any questions.

Please submit your topic ideas for the presentation/demonstration by e-mail to the instructor no later than Tuesday, 19th February 2002 (1 pm). Include any possible URLs you will use. Decisions on topic approval will be made by February 25, 2002.

See also the Grading Criteria for this assignment.

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Heiko Haubitz
February 17, 2002