Overview - Elevator Pitch


For the oral part of the course, you will construct and deliver an elevator pitch. The materials will guide you through this process. You will use Panopto for recording, producing, and storing the video. (Panopto is Aalto University's multimedia platform, which is integrated into MyCourses. You can also record with zoom and then upload the file to Panopto) To successfully digitally record your video, you need a device with a camera and a mic, e.g., computer, tablet or phone. If this is a problem, please let me know at the very beginning of the course.

Your task is to submit a 1- to 3-minute video of your pitch (where you are visually present when speaking). The process includes learning how to develop a pitch, creating a practice video, giving and receiving peer feedback, and submitting the final version of your video. This is a well-rehearsed, free speech. No PPT slides and if you feel you need to use notes, make sure you do not rely on them and that you don't read from paper! Rehearse well!

General framework
Here is the general framework for the elevator pitch (details given in assignments)
    Study the course materials
    Construct and deliver an elevator pitch (according to the instructions)
    Give and receive peer-feedback (as a basis for improving the pitch)
    Reflect on the experience

Learning outcomes
Upon completion of this course, students will be able to
    Identify the components of an elevator pitch
    Construct an effective elevator pitch
    Use an elevator pitch

Contents
    Why students need elevator pitches
    How to construct an effective elevator pitch
    Multiple uses of elevator pitches

Upload your completed assignments in the portfolio template
   The template is available in MyCourses.


How to pass this part
    Complete all assignments (CEFR level B2 or higher)
    Hand in assignments on time
    Follow instructions carefully
    Check the assessment criteria (below)


Course grading
    0-5

Assessment criteria
    Completion of all assignments
    Assignment instructions followed carefully
    Contents of assignments are relevant and appropriate
    Weekly assignments submitted to MyCourses as scheduled (= on time)
    Language proficiency meets a minimum level of B2 on the Common European Framework of Reference to Languages (CEFR) scale

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