I loved doing the presentations this week and immediately getting and giving feedback afterwards. I learned so much from the teams that went before ours (we had the privilege/curse of going last) and tried to apply it to my small contribution to the team but also, with going last, I felt pressure to perform at a higher level because we had heard so many tips.
Discussing what the teams ought to keep, stop, and start after every presentation was a great way to make sure that I was critically analyzing each presentation to the nuts and bolts and not just taking in what they were saying like it can be so easy to do. We are in class to learn and, if we let ourselves, we can learn from others.
I also felt that this exercise was something that I should do more often, not just when we are instructed to do it in class. I should evaluate presentations in other classes that others do as well as the ones that I do. I thought that doing the exercise made our class more open to constructive criticism, as it was 2/3 suggestions for improvement. I know that the exercises we do in class have a distinct purpose and it makes me more willing to fully participate and look forward to attending classes.
At first it was a little difficult to be so nit picky with everyone's presentations! I felt a little awkward attacking them. But, I'm glad everyone was open and honest with each other. It was very professional. I'm excited to do formal presentations and record ourselves. It will be a little strange to watch, but I know it will have a good impact on our futures. I'm excited to see everyone progress in this class.
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