today I presented Chapter 5. It was abouts statistics, from the get-go, it was 'dry' (just think numbers). However, I did try to make it colorful with a metaphor, and I did a quick survey about colors. I think I might have spoken too fast and my transitional phrases might not have been smooth (my accent probably hindered some to focus) BUT I didn't say "um" and my heart didn't beat as fast. I said my conclusion but I failed to mention the article about statistics and public trust, which I thought was insightful (although the writer of it was a bit biased and I was pressed for time).
My goal was to present an example of some statistic and interpret it and in doing so, show the class how statistics doesn't necessarily contradict, have different angles and difference between raw numbers and percentage as a whole. I accoplished this I think (hope), but I fear that talking about numbers on Friday before the weekend (when everybody wants to go home, relax or party) might have been a 'blind spot' on my part. Maybe in general, this is how people feel when statistics are presented to them. I think my classmates were just so hungry that they just want to leave: two out of twenty eight congratulated me publicly, one out of twenty eight commented on my presentation, 100% including me was hungry-- all in all, it was jolly- on the brighter side-- it's the weekend! :)
***Statistics are not as "straight-forward" as they appear, they can get very ambiguious...it really depends on your perspective/interpretation.
Posted by Michael Diezmos at October 28, 2005 12:08 PMJust wanted to let you know that I enjoyed your presentation in class. I was also hungry but your presentation was well done. Just thought I'd let you know! :)
Posted by: ElyseBranam at October 31, 2005 10:28 AMElyse, I was just ranting but thank you, your comment is much appreciated...
Posted by: Mike at October 31, 2005 8:49 PM