Summative Assessment: Agile Training Presentation
Consider this scenario: You have been assigned to deliver a virtual training to your team (i.e., co-workers or family based on the project or task you selected) that describes how the application of continuous improvement concepts to your selected project or task can save you time and money and improve the outcome of your selected project or task. This means you need to educate them on agile concepts and empower them to make decisions that would benefit your organization or family.
For this assignment, you will create both a training presentation and a recorded video of the training, including the presentation.
Create an 8- to-10- slide presentation about your chosen project that incorporates the following information:
o A description of how the agile concepts you would apply and would provide continuous improvement for the outcome or solution for this project or task
o An explanation of how the team can change their mindsets and use agile concepts to make decisions that support continuous improvements
o An evaluation of potential artifacts you may use to communicate, such as daily standups and status reports
Improving Efficiency with Agile: A Training Presentation (8 Slides)
Slide 1: Title Slide
- Title: Boosting Efficiency: Applying Agile for Continuous Improvement
- Your Name
- Date
Slide 2: Introduction
- Briefly introduce yourself and the training topic.
- Highlight the benefits of continuous improvement: saving time, saving money, and achieving better outcomes.
Slide 3: Our Project/Task
- Briefly describe the project or task your team is working on.
- Mention the current challenges (e.g., meeting deadlines, unclear requirements).
Slide 4: Enter Agile
- Introduce core Agile concepts:
- Iterative Development: Break down work into smaller, manageable chunks delivered in short cycles (Sprints).
- Continuous Feedback: Gather feedback from stakeholders throughout the project to adapt and improve.
- Prioritization: Focus on delivering the most impactful features first.
Slide 5: Applying Agile to Our Project
- Explain how iterative development can be implemented:
- Create a prioritized backlog of tasks for each sprint.
- Focus on completing high-impact tasks in each sprint.
- Explain how to gather continuous feedback:
- Hold daily stand-up meetings for quick updates and problem-solving.
- Conduct user testing and gather feedback after each sprint.
Slide 6: Agile Mindset Shift
- Explain the importance of a flexible and adaptable mindset.
- Encourage open communication and collaboration within the team.
- Emphasize embracing change and learning from feedback.
Slide 7: Communication Artifacts for Improvement
- Discuss communication tools to support continuous improvement:
- Daily Stand-ups: Short, focused meetings to share progress and roadblocks (e.g., 15 minutes each morning).
- Task Boards: Visualize workflow stages with cards representing tasks (e.g., Kanban boards).
- Sprint Reviews and Retrospectives:
- Sprint Reviews: Present completed work to stakeholders and gather feedback.
- Sprint Retrospectives: Reflect on the sprint, identify areas for improvement, and adapt for the next sprint.
Slide 8: Conclusion & Action Steps
- Summarize the benefits of Agile and continuous improvement.
- Briefly outline next steps:
- Familiarize themselves with the chosen Agile artifacts (e.g., daily stand-ups).
- Begin implementing Agile practices in the current project/task.
Bonus Slide (Optional):
- Include resources for further learning on Agile methodologies (e.g., online courses, articles).
Remember:
- Tailor the presentation content to your specific project/task.
- Use visuals like charts and diagrams to enhance understanding.
- Encourage interaction and questions from your team throughout the presentation.