5.4 Preparing for the Oral Defense of the Findings

• What is the primary goal of the Q&A phase in an oral defense?

  Clarify and expand research
• The practice presentation helps ensure you can confidently handle questions during the oral defense.

  True
• Recording and reviewing practice sessions can help identify areas for improvement.


  True
• If unsure of an answer, you should admit uncertainty and offer to follow up later
• Expanding on your conclusions is a common goal during the Q&A session.


  True
• The presentation phase requires a compelling narrative
• Recording and reviewing practice sessions helps identify areas for improvement.


  True
• Steps for preparing for the Q&A session

  1️⃣ Review research thoroughly

  2️⃣ Anticipate potential questions

  3️⃣ Prepare for potential challenges
• If you are unsure of an answer, it is acceptable to admit uncertainty
• Providing unnecessary details or tangents should be avoided when answering questions.


  True
• What are the two key phases of the oral defense for an AP African American Studies project?

  Presentation and Q&A
• Steps to effectively practice the presentation for an oral defense

  1️⃣ Outline main points

  2️⃣ Rehearse with notes

  3️⃣ Seek feedback

  4️⃣ Use visuals during practice

  5️⃣ Record and review practice sessions
• What should you rehearse with during practice to ensure a smooth flow in your presentation?

  Notes
• What should you thoroughly review to anticipate potential questions during the Q&A phase?

  Research and findings
• To prepare for questions, you should review your research
• During the Q&A, you may need to clarify your methodology
• Your answers should be clear and concise
• Steps for practicing your presentation

  1️⃣ Outline main points

  2️⃣ Rehearse with notes

  3️⃣ Seek feedback

  4️⃣ Use visuals

  5️⃣ Record and review sessions
• It is acceptable to admit uncertainty during the Q&A session.


  True
• When answering questions, you should provide clear and concise answers
• The committee may ask questions to understand the reasoning behind your research approach
• Steps to prepare for the Q&A session of your AP African American Studies project's oral defense

  1️⃣ Review research and findings

  2️⃣ Anticipate potential questions

  3️⃣ Prepare clear and concise answers

  4️⃣ Cite supporting evidence

  5️⃣ Reflect on feedback and questions

  6️⃣ Admit uncertainty if needed
• Practicing navigating your materials helps you become comfortable with the structure
• Cultivating confidence and communication skills enables you to address challenges during the defense
• The purpose of the presentation phase is to briefly explain your research, methodology, findings, and conclusions
• During practice, it's important to seek feedback
• When answering questions, it's important to listen carefully and formulate your response
• Referencing supporting evidence is crucial when answering questions during the Q&A session.

  True
• Match the phase of the oral defense with its purpose:

  Presentation ↔️ Briefly explain research

  Q&A ↔️ Answer questions from the committee
• Rehearsing with notes ensures a smooth flow during the presentation.
• Your answers should be clear, concise, and directly address the question
• Referencing supporting evidence strengthens your responses during the Q&A session.


  True
• Anticipating questions involves identifying areas the committee may want to explore further
• Creating a clear structure for your presentation ensures you cover all key points
• Thorough preparation through practice presentations builds confidence
• Categorizing your notes by topic or research question
• Referencing supporting evidence during the Q&A demonstrates your mastery of the topic.


  True
• Match the preparation tip with its purpose:

  Anticipate questions ↔️ Review research and findings

  Reference supporting evidence ↔️ Provide clear and concise answers
• Referencing supporting evidence from your research can strengthen your answers during the Q&A phase.


  True
• Steps to prepare for the Q&A session

  1️⃣ Review research thoroughly

  2️⃣ Anticipate potential questions

  3️⃣ Practice responses