This document provides frequently asked questions and answers about thesis presentation requirements. It recommends including title slides, a thesis statement slide, goals/objectives slide, multiple subtopic slides, transition slides to connect ideas, wrap-up slides to review main points and solicit questions, and a works cited slide. Sources should be cited in-text and on the works cited slide. Presentations should be between 5-10 minutes after practicing. Videos should only be used if necessary and must be introduced, analyzed, kept short under a minute, and cited. Presentations can stand out by engaging the audience, using visually appealing PowerPoint as support, acting professionally, and doing something different but relevant like bringing artifacts or doing a demonstration.

1. THESIS PRESENTATION
FAQS

2. “How many slides should I
have?”
 Title Slide
 Thesis Statement Slide
 Goals/Objectives Slide
 Subtopic/Body Slides
 The number is up to you.
 Transition Slides
 Use “title slides” to transition between subtopics and connect
your ideas.
 Wrap-Up Slide(s)
 Make your point.
 Briefly review your main points.
 Solicit questions from the audience.
 Works Cited Slide(s)

3. “How should I cite my sources?”
 Ideas within the presentation
 Use in-text citations to credit authors for
ideas/quotes.
 Pictures used
 Paste the URL into a text box near each picture or
embed the images as URLs.
 Works Cited Slide
 Use only the sources you mention in your
presentation.

4. “How long does my presentation
have to be?”
 At least 5 minutes, but no more than 10.
 Be sure to practice your presentation before
you stand up in front of the class.

5. “Should I use a video?”
 Probably not.
 In rare cases, it’s necessary to use a video to
explain a concept or demonstrate an action. If this
applies to you, be sure that you:
 Incorporate the video
 Introduce it
 Analyze it
 Do not allow it to control your presentation.
 Keep it SHORT.
 No more than one minute.
 Cite the video

6. “How can I make my presentation
stand out?”
 Engage the audience.
 Use your PPT as support.
 Make it visually appealing.
 Be professional.
 Dress the part.
 Act the part.
 Do something different, but relevant and
appropriate.
 Bring in artifacts, include a demonstration, draw a
diagram, etc.