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Session 17: Presentations of kilns

 

Total time:

2 hours

Objectives:

* To present the completed kilos and results of the kiln runs * To practice communicating technical concepts and information effectively

Materials:

As determined by the work groups

 

Procedure:

Step 1. (5 minutes)

Review the objectives and format.

Trainer Notes

* Remind the groups of the time limit and ask one of the participants to serve as timekeeper to prevent "run-overs."

 

Step 2. (1 hour, 45 minutes)

Have the groups give their presentations.

Trainer Notes

* At the end of each presentation, allow a few minutes for feedback on the effectiveness of each. Ask the group to comment on:

- clarity

- sequence and variety

- techniques which promoted/inhibited group participation and learning

- ways to improve

 

Step 3. (10 minutes) After the final presentation, briefly discuss with the group any problems they have encountered in conveying technical concepts and ideas in a cross-cultural context.