Oral Presentation Techniques:

ObjectivesAt the end of the class students will be

able to:To identify key elements for successful

presentation delivery To prepare effective visual aids To deliver successful presentations To evaluate presentation delivery

4 Key Factors for a SuccessfulPresentation

1. Timing

2. Attention span

3. Personal approach

4. Practice

1. Timing∙Do not ramble on during a presentation∙ Remember:maximum one minute per slide as guideline!

2. Attention Span:Audience attention fluctuates

ATTENTION

ideas voicejokes

3. Personal ApproachPersonal features of the presenter can make orbreak a presentation

A. Gesture

B. Voice

C. Eye Contact

D. Breathing

3A. GestureImportant in non-verbal communication• Vary gesture• Important– position of speaker– position of aids– not too much movement– do not show anxiety– use body language– smile

3B. VoiceCritical part of a verbal presentation

• Volume - speak tobe heard• Modulation - varythe voice• Pause - makeemphasis withpause

3C. Eye ContactLook at each member of your audience

Involvement• Trust yourself• Interact with the audience• Get spontaneous reaction

3D. BreathingBreathing during presentation is different fromnormal breathing

• Breathing deeperfor– volume– control– emphasis• Don't lose yourbreath or you willdrown in mid-air

Elements of an Oral Presentation

• Good visual aids• Logicalsequence

Why do we need visual aids ? crystallize ideas keep speaker on track generate interest help information retention

USE VISUAL AIDS TO MAXIMIZE THE EFFECTIVENESS OF YOUR PRESENTATION

Visual Aid Rules Keep it simple Minimize words Use large fonts List key points Use exact phrasing Use color Prepare handouts (if necessary)

Prepare a Presentation in aLogical Sequence

• Situation• Theme• Storyline• Master• Production

1. SituationConsider the audience carefullyHow big? Who? Level of knowledge? Level of interest? Resistance? Time?

2. ThemeDefine your theme in one short sentence

• Be concise

• Keep it clear

• Follow the slides

3. Storylinebreak down your theme into major parts

IDENTIFFY KEY POINTS

INTRODUCTION BODY

THEME

CONCLUSION

4. Masterfinalize the flow of the presentation Finalize data Sketch all diagrams- for clarity Conclusion Check for logic Consultation Rehearsal

5.1 Production• Allow plenty of time for• production• One key message per slide!• 5 rules when preparing visualaids: – 1. Keep it simple

– 2. Minimize words – 3. List key points – 4. Make letters large – 5. Use exact phrasing

5.2 Avoid:

* Use of long words* Using new words

* Using abstract words* Slang* Assuming they know* Preconceptions, prejudices* Information overload* Noise* Lack of trust

EvaluationEVALUATE your

presentation:Will the audience

“get” the key points? Are the visual aids

clear and useful?Are the questions

relevant?Is timing good?

ConclusionAnyone can become an effective

presenter.Knowledge is not enough, being able to

communicate it is equally important. Investing time and effort in improving

presentation skills is “always rewarded”.