1. Choose one (1) mental illness discussed in the Mental Illness chapter of your text.
2. Create a PowerPoint presentation, include the following:
- What is the name of the disorder?
- What are the symptoms?
- What are the causes, specifically highlighting: biopsychological research, environmental research, other research (if applicable).
- Choose one (1) previous chapter in the textbook, discuss how the mental disorder may impact a specific biopsychological function as described in that chapter. For example, if you choose schizophrenia, you might discuss how the visual system might be impacted based on research.
- Cite at least 3 peer-reviewed sources in the presentation. Cite the textbook. Provide a reference list at the end of your presentation in APA style.
3. Create a Screencast (Links to an external site.) of your PowerPoint presentation:
- Use the Kaltura CaptureSpace Recorder (Links to an external site.) to record your oral presentation. You can also use your phone or an app like Zoom for recording.
- Your recording should include PowerPoint slides that cover all of the components of your research.
- Your presentation should be limited to 10-15 minutes.
- Upload your final screencast here in this assignment area.
Rubric
PSY 334 Presentation RubricPSY 334 Presentation RubricCriteriaRatingsPtsThis criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeContent20 to >18.4 ptsDistinguishedReveals a solid understanding of the proposed topic as evidenced by preliminary research and knowledge18.4 to >16.6 ptsProficientIdentifies significant details of the proposed topic. Reveals an adequate understanding of the topic as evidenced by the amount of preliminary research.16.6 to >14.8 ptsSatisfactoryReveals a restricted understanding of the proposed topic.14.8 to >13.0 ptsEmergingAdds little detail to describe the proposed topic13 to >0 ptsUnsatisfactoryDoes not identify the proposed topic.20 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeOrganization20 to >18.4 ptsDistinguishedWell-developed slides. Sequencing enhances ideas and meaning. Ideas focused on central theme. Introduction, overview, and conclusion are well developed and integrated with each other in an interesting manner.18.4 to >16.6 ptsProficientSmooth transition between slides with adequate structure and sequencing of ideas. Introduction, overview, and conclusion are adequately developed.16.6 to >14.8 ptsSatisfactoryTransition between most slides with limited paragraph structure. Sequence is not logical. Contains a basic introduction, main section, and conclusion.14.8 to >13.0 ptsEmergingSome transition with poor slide structure and some evidence of planning.13 to >0 ptsUnsatisfactoryNo transition between slides, ideas not in logical order. No structure to slides.20 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeDevelopment20 to >18.4 ptsDistinguishedIdeas focus on the central theme. All ideas and answers are clearly presented and unified.18.4 to >16.6 ptsProficientCentral theme is matched to the topic, most ideas explore the central theme, clear and unified.16.6 to >14.8 ptsSatisfactoryIdeas are clear. Some ideas address the central theme. Central theme is linked to the topic.14.8 to >13.0 ptsEmergingFew idea address central theme. Ideas ramble and are difficult to identify.13 to >0 ptsUnsatisfactoryDoes not follow the theme with muddles unclear ideas.20 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeConventions20 to >18.4 ptsDistinguishedNo errors noted.18.4 to >16.6 ptsProficient1 error -sentence structure -capitalization -grammar -presentation -general structure16.6 to >14.8 ptsSatisfactory2-3 errors -sentence structure -capitalization -grammar -presentation -general structure14.8 to >13.0 ptsEmerging4-5 errors -sentence structure -capitalization -grammar -presentation -general structure13 to >0 ptsUnsatisfactoryMultiple errors -sentence structure -capitalization -grammar -presentation -general structure20 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeVoice Quality20 to >18.4 ptsDistinguishedExcellent delivery. Voice projects enthusiasm, interest and confidence in a highly engaging manner. Major and minor points of the presentation are offset and differentiated by aspects of voice quality (e.g., pitch, pace, inflection, volume).18.4 to >16.6 ptsProficientGood delivery. Many points of the presentation include various aspects of voice quality (e.g., pitch, pace, inflection, volume).16.6 to >14.8 ptsSatisfactoryDelivery is adequate. Uses vocal variety (pitch, pace, inflection, volume) to sufficiently engage the audience and maintain interest.14.8 to >13.0 ptsEmergingConsistently demonstrates one or more of following verbal styles: mumbling, poor articulation, too soft, too loud, too fast, too slow, too many “ums”, lack of pauses, etc. Pace, tone or volume is inadequate and distracting.13 to >0 ptsUnsatisfactoryNo AUDIO included or submitted PowerPoint only.20 pts
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