Effective Presentations
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Main points
Definition of a presentation Elements of a presentation Structure of a presentation Tactics of a presentation
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II. The elements of a presentation
The three elements: information, speaker, audiance
Information Information can be shared by speaker and audiance. information in a presentation is language information.
I. What is a presentation?
A presentation is publicly speaking to an audience with intent to inform, demonstrate, explain or persuade. The presentation is normally written, then performed and includes an introduction, a body consisting of main points and a conclusion. The subject matter, choice of words and delivery all depend on the audience. Visual aids are often incorporated into the presentation, if meaningful and relevant. Nearly all types of speeches fall into three main categories -- informative, persuasive and motivational.
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◆ Who is your audiance? Are the audiance familiar with your topic and the specil terms you might use? what background knowlede do they have about your topic? Do they have any particular interest ? How are you going to involve them in your presentation? A knowledge of the audiance's academic background and interest will help you decide the choice of details.
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Checklist
1. Overall a. Does he consider the audience? b. Does he have a clear objective and style (to tell, to sell, to amuse)
2. System a. Is his presentation well prepared? b. Is there a clear structure (beginning, middle and ending)? c. Does he link the parts together properly?
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d. Is the content relevant and interesting? e. Has he considered the timing? 3. Delivery a. Does he speak clearly? b. Does he speak at the right speed and using the
To demonstrate: a service, product, system. To create: an image, strategy. To entertain: colleagues, outside people. To sell: a concept, product, idea. To promote: an attitude, a way of working. To suggest: a solution, a new concept.
A speaker A speaker is the source of information. A speaker conveys information with language and nonverbal symbols of auxiliary information 非言语符号的辅助信 息with act, signal, gesture, expression.
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演讲是一个双向沟通过程
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演讲后
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1. What is the point?
-----objectives What makes a good presentation? List all the
things you think make a good presentation.
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Purposes for making a presentation
◆ What is your purpose? Do you want to inform your audiance, inspire them to think about your topic, or convince them of a particular point of view? Different purpose will require different styles and content(persuasive or informative)