MTH 441 Historical Perspectives in Mathematics Presentation  Grade Sheet
Final Paper -   Presentation

Name: _______________________________  Grade __________

Topic ____________________________________

Paper:    (60 points)
 

 ______ / 5 pts. Topic and reference selection

Appropriate topic, good references, appropriate number of references.
 
 

______/ 10 pts. Organization
Paper well-organized, coherent order.
Structure of the paper followed required form  (see http://www.saintjoe.edu/~karend/FinalPaperForm.html)
 

 ______ / 30 pts. Content

Clear , well-stated abstract and introduction.
Important points covered, concepts defined.
Appropriate historical background included.
Topic covered in a thorough, non-superficial, rigorous manner.
Demonstrated in the paper a clear understanding of the mathematics of the topic, and mathematics is correct.
All appropriate mathematical terms were defined prior to their use.
Important theorems were stated and, if appropriate, proved or explained.
As appropriate examples and applications of central ideas.
 

______/15 pts. Writing style.

Good style, grammar -- spelling, and punctuation, formatting and numbering of sections, figures, theorems, etc.
Accepted styles of mathematical writing were used.

(seehttp://www.saintjoe.edu/~karend/m441/m441writing.html )
Appropriate form for works cited.

_____/5 pts.  Outline, Organization.

• Clearly well prepared.
• Topic and Presentation outlined to class
• Coherent order used.

_____/20 pts.  Content.

• Historical context of topic clearly done with sufficient detail, accuracy and interest.   Set the historical context for the mathematical work.
• Clear explanations and development of mathematical concepts, terms,  and examples.
• The presentation allowed the class to learn something new  and / or enhance their understanding of an important mathematical concept.
• Presenter demonstrated a clear understanding of the topic and was able to correctly  answer questions about the topic.

_____/ 10  pts.  Demeanor, Delivery.

• Spoke clearly and effectively and with confidence. Good demeanor and posture.
• Both enthusiasm and interest in topic evident.
• Engaged the class interactively in the discussion.  Asked questions of the class members  and gave opportunity for questions from the class.

• Appropriate well-designed and interesting supplemental aids  (audio-visual and notes)  were used

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