III · Presentation & Defense
Criterion 15 / 20
20%
Time Management
Manejo del Tiempo
We evaluate how effectively the presenter manages the allotted presentation time — covering all key content without rushing or exceeding the limit.
Scoring Breakdown
5
Excellent
- Finishes within the allotted time (+/- 30 seconds)
- Balanced coverage of all sections
- No rushing — smooth pacing throughout
- Leaves adequate time for Q&A
- Clearly practiced and rehearsed
4
Good
- Within time limit with minor variations
- Most sections appropriately covered
- Minor rushing toward the end
- Good preparation evident
3
Acceptable
- Slightly over or under time
- Uneven section distribution
- Noticeable rushing in some parts
- Partial coverage of all topics
2
Insufficient
- Significantly over time
- Or ends very early leaving content out
- Very uneven coverage
- Limited practice evident
1
Poor
- Far exceeds or far under time limit
- Coverage is incomplete
- No awareness of time
- No preparation for timed delivery
Common Mistakes
- ✘Spending too long on the background and rushing the results
- ✘Not practicing with a timer
- ✘Adding slides the night before without adjusting timing
- ✘Stopping mid-sentence when time is called
Evaluator Focus
- Adherence to time limit
- Section balance
- Pacing quality
- Preparation level
How to Get 5 Points
- ✔Time yourself at least 3 times before the real presentation
- ✔Assign approximate minutes to each section
- ✔Have a backup plan if you run over
- ✔Know which content to skip if you're running short on time
Universal Scoring Scale
1
Poor
2
Insufficient
3
Acceptable
4
Good
5
Excellent
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Criterion 15 of 20