As part of this week’s discussion:
Post your initial response to the prompt by Tuesday at 11:59pm (15 points)
Respond to 2 of your classmates by Sunday at 11:59pm (10 points)
Your initial response should go beyond simply answering the prompt and allow for continued discussion. After you post your initial response, remember to individually respond to 2 of your classmates by the due date. Your responses should be thorough, expand on their initial post or ask a clarifying question, and continue conversation in order to receive discussion response points.
Discussion grading rubric:

Chose one of the prompts below. Clearly identify which prompt you are answering prior to giving your answer in the discussion area.

PROMPT 1

Read the following articles. Once you have read them answer the prompt questions below.
The PowerPoint Slide that Crashed a Space Shuttle
How to Rehearse for an Important Presentation article
2) How did a power point slide crash a space shuttle?
3) Would a 6×6 slide design have helped prevent the crash? Why or why not?
4) Do you plan to apply anything the articles talked about when preparing and presenting your business report? If so, what? If not, why? Be specific in your answer.
PROMPT 2
What the Detroit TedX video below and then respond to the prompt questions. This presenter does not present for her day job and you can see her nervousness at certain points.
1) How do you feel her slides and presentation theme helped her present?
2) What did you like about her message? Did you find the message informational, persuasive, or instructional?
3) How would you direct her to combat nervousness in her next presentation? How will you prepare to present?

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