Lesson 1 Reflection

1. What are you most proud of in your Lesson 1 Presentation and why?

I am most proud of the way I presented. People seemed to be very attentive and engaged by my first lesson, and some of my peers have told me that they learned a few new things from what I had to say. It is very rewarding to know that I have effectively informed people about my topic.

2.  Questions to consider:

a. What assessment would you give yourself on your Lesson 1 Presentation (self-assessment)?

I would give myself a P on this presentation.

b. Explain why you deserve that grade using evidence from the Lesson 1 component contract. 

I met all of the requirements for "P" consideration and I believe I had no concerns with Professionalism or Justification of Foundation. It went so well, I can safely say I did a good job.

 3. What worked for you in Lesson 1?

Speaking loudly and clearly worked well. I was supposed to do that, anyway, but it really helped to keep the whole class's attention. Having many visuals was also great, since my audience got to see what I was talking about and hopefully understand it better. Visuals also kept me on track. I also feel it was helpful to be entertaining while trying to be as professional as possible. Getting the audience laughing here and there kept them interested in what I had to say; orthodontics can be pretty boring without jokes thrown in.

 4. If you had a time machine, what would you have done differently to improve your Lesson 1?

Toward the end of my presentation, I started to speak more quickly in the interest of time. Next time (or if I could do it again), I would definitely slow down so I don't lose my audience in my haste.