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The Art of Presentation

The Art of Presentation. Based on “The Art of Presentation”, 1999, Department of Education and Training, by J. Hill & F. Ross. Preliminary Question. What are your feelings about presenting?. Absolutely terrified of presenting to others. Confident and relaxed. Outline.

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The Art of Presentation

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  1. The Art of Presentation Based on “The Art of Presentation”, 1999, Department of Education and Training, by J. Hill & F. Ross

  2. Preliminary Question • What are your feelings about presenting? Absolutely terrified of presenting to others Confident and relaxed

  3. Outline • Effective presentations • Before the presentation • During the presentation • After the presentation

  4. Effective Presentations • Principles of effective presentations • Characteristics of good presenters • Keys to facilitating groups

  5. Effective Presentations Questions • Consider a successful presentation you have attended. • What made it successful? • How did it effect you?

  6. Principles of Effective Presentations • Have a positive attitude. • Know your audience. • Motivate your audience. • Plan terminology. • Be yourself. • Be enthusiastic!

  7. Characteristics of Good Presenters • Establish conditions conducive to learning. • Explain complex notions clearly & concisely. • Use a range of strategies and ideas.

  8. Characteristics of Good Presenters • Listen actively, feed back information, and verify understanding. • Separate from group activities and discussions when needed. • Address the needs of the audience. • Make framework adjustable for time.

  9. Presenter or Facilitator Questions • Define • Presenter • Facilitator • What are the differences?

  10. Keys to Facilitation • Small group work for high involvement • Clarity of instructions • Observe, listen, and intervene • Allow leaders, recorders, and spokespersons to emerge naturally

  11. Before the Presentation Questions • What do you need to do: • some time before the presentation? • at a time nearer the presentation? • immediately before the presentation?

  12. Planning Considerations • Purpose • Audience • Subject Matter • Duration • Venue • Practice

  13. Purpose • Have a clear purpose • What do you hope to achieve with the presentation? • respond to something • present both sides of an issue • argue one side of an issue • tell a story • explain how something is done • describe something

  14. Audience • Who are they? • Why are they attending? • What ideas might be of interest for him? • What knowledge do they have? • What terminology is appropriate? • What attitudes will they have to the topic?

  15. Subject Matter • Based on your audience analysis: • What information do you need to present? • How do you present to ensure: • interest is sustained • audience is involved • time constraints are adhered to

  16. Duration • Have you allowed time for audience involvement? • As presenter, you MUST control the use of time. • monitor audience reaction • incorporate flexibility

  17. Venue • What is the size and configuration of the room? • What equipment will you use? Have you ensured that it works? • How would you like the room set up?

  18. Practice • Prepare outline and check: • topic is clearly stated • key points are included • sequence is logical • timeframe is realistic

  19. Overcoming Fear Questions • What are your greatest fears about presenting? • Are these fears realistic? • How can they be overcome?

  20. Know material well. Involve audience. Use eye contact. Prepare possible responses to problem questions. Check facilities. Use prompts. Consider appearance. Practice, practice, practice… Overcoming Fear

  21. During the Presentation: Beginning • Relax. • Introduce yourself. • State your purpose clearly. • Provide and overview. • Make eye contact.

  22. During the Presentation: Middle • Involve your audience. • Use visual material in conjunction with verbal.

  23. Involving your Audience • Attention diminishes after 15 minutes of presentation, so actively engage: • invite comments, responses, questions • pose questions – open ended • invite anecdotes or experiences

  24. Non Verbal Communication • Use body language. • Examples: • eye contact • hand gestures

  25. Nonverbal Communication • What do these figures convey to you about the speakers?

  26. Managing Dynamics • Restate questions asked by the audience. • Check that response satisfies questioner. • Divert questions back to audience. • Admit when you don’t know the answer. • React positively to all questions.

  27. Ending your Presentation • Alert audience when you near the end. • Summarize main points. • Acknowledge audience input. • State follow up actions to take.

  28. Shy Monopoliser Arguer Complainer Angry / Hostile Clown Sidetracker Problem Participants

  29. Difficult Situations • Active Listening. • Supporting. • Involving / Probing. • Advocating. • Informing.

  30. After the Presentation • Evaluate the learning derived from the delivery of the presentation. • Constructive feedback: • extend positive aspects • rework negative aspects

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