LISTENING AND SPEAKING PRESENTATION

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                                                               LISTENING AND SPEAKING                                                                 

                                                                            PRESENTATION



 WHAT IS A PRESENTATION?

Presentation is a formal communication that uses both verbal and non-verbal language. There are various forms of oral presentation and they have different functions to perform. Usually, short presentations are given within 15-20 minutes duration in an academic and professional environment where a subject expert generally delivers the presentation to give information about the chosen topic.

TIPS TO MAKE A GOOD PRESENTATION:

· A presentation should have a definite purpose

· Prepare the content of the presentation well in advance

· Know your audience well

· Change the content and style of the presentation

· Collect adequate information and assimilate

A successful presentation lies in the efficient use of textual content, verbal content and visual content. The preparation of the textual content is the first step in the preparation of the presentation. The textual content refers to the verbal content.

To prepare the verbal content 5Ws and 1H formula is the best method.

 THE 5WS ARE

· What – is the main idea that you are likely to present

· Why – the purpose of the presentation

· Whom – age and socio-cultural environment of the audience

· When - the time of your presentation

· Where – the venue of the presentation

· How - involvement of verbal and visual contents

 

COMMON BARRIERS TO EFFECTIVE PRESENTATION:

· Inadequate presentation

· Poor organization of the content

· Improper time management

· Length of the presentation

· Lack of practice

· Inadequate and inefficient use of visual aids

 are the common barriers to an effective presentation. Overcome these barriers to make an effective presentation.

There are few signs that will confirm the presence of stage fright in an individual.

 They are:

· Shaking legs

· lack of focus

· negative thoughts about a performance

· “butterflies” in the stomach

· shaky voice

· dry mouth

· sweaty hands

· racing heart

· hyperventilation

· muscle tension

· fidgeting

 HOW DO OVERCOME THE STAGE FRIGHT?

· The first step to overcoming the problem is to accept that you have stage fright.

· Practice more: Adequate amount of practice will increase self-confidence. Practice in front of your friends, family members and mirror.

· Reach the venue well in advance and make yourself familiar with the stage and audience.

· Take a deep breath if you feel anxious

· Above all the best way is to IGNORE the symptoms and focus more on the content of the presentation.

TECHNIQUES OF DELIVERING THE SPEECH:

Techniques of delivering a presentation are similar to methods of making effective speaking. A brief revisiting of the same is presented here:

· Maintain a relaxed upright posture

· Don’t rush through the presentation. Pace your presentation with pauses in reasonably regular intervals.

· Make sure of your pronunciation and enunciation

· Avoid high pitched voice

· Ensure the pronouncing of the last syllable of every word.

· Avoid monotony of voice

· Follow the interactive method

· Read the mind of the audience through their body language

· Strictly avoid reading from the slide but explain the main points covered in the slide

· Finally presence of mind and natural humour will add spice to your presentation.

 C. INTERACTIONS DURING AND AFTER PRESENTATION:

            As effective presentations require sufficient skill, even interacting during and after presentation requires adequate skill and awareness. Both the presenters and the listeners are expected to interact during and after the presentation. 98 As a presenter, you may interact with the audience during the beginning of the presentation to build a rapport with them.

For example, you make use of the following questions to the audience without intimidating them:

· Put your hands up if you are familiar with the incident I just said.

· How would you feel if you stood on the stage?

· What kind of experience did you gain after listening to the presentation? To make your presentation more lively encourage your audience to ask questions and answer them politely. It is one of the ways to assure them that they are valued.

 DURING INTERACTIONS YOU MAY USE THE FOLLOWING EXPRESSIONS WHEN YOU RESPOND.

1. Well, it’s a great question…

2. Yes, I agree with you. I think I have highlighted the same in slide no: 9…

3. Sure, I will explain…

4. No, though the idea sounds noble, it cannot be taken into consideration, because…. 5. Great, I think it’s time for

 5-minute break… As listeners, when there is a need for clarification on the topic, make sure to inform the presenter that you are in need of clarification by raising your hand.

YOU CAN ALSO MAKE USE OF THE FOLLOWING PHRASES:

1. Excuse me, Could you please explain the idea that…..

2. It is an amazing presentation. But I have certain doubts regarding….

3. Congratulations on your fantabulous presentation! I have a few ideas to complement to discussion…

 4. Could you explain What you mean by ...

5. It is a wonderful venture, but could you please highlight how relevant your ideas will be after five years?

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