Activity & Presentations

See the Company Activity Guide for additional guidance and examples. Visuals—especially those to which students can contribute—are highly encouraged (whiteboard, flipchart, projected slides, handouts etc.)

Focus on quality over quantity!

• Your activity doesn’t need to be elaborate or cover a full skill-building curriculum.
• The most important element is an interactive activity, ideally something that highlights what you do at your company, to provide a memorable, hands-on experience.
• The more fun you have, the more fun the students will have!
• Talk with the students! Ask them questions, encourage them to brainstorm with you, etc. Volunteers should communicate step-by-step instructions slowly and clearly. For example:
  • “Everybody click on X button.”
  • “Now use this widget to open the Y module.”
  • “If you have followed along so far, you should see Z. Does anyone not see Z?”

Note: Halfway through the small group time, take a 2-minute standing break (or, a “wiggle break” for younger students)—encourage students to stand up and move to help them stay focused for the duration of the activity.