Session 5 Preparing to present

Once you have planned your presentation, you need to prepare your presentation

Prepare presentation

2.1 Produce content for presentation, seeking expert advice on the subject matter where required

2.2 Identify appropriate presentation techniques to enhance audience engagement

2.3 Finalise presentation to meet objectives

Presentation and interpretive techniques, including use of:

• games and activities
• humour
• role play
• sensory awareness exercises
• storytelling
• visual aids and props
• voice techniques

Deliver presentation

3.1 Present accurate and relevant information in a manner consistent with cultural and social sensitivities and organisational requirements

3.2 Adjust presentation delivery based on audience response, unexpected events or changes in circumstances

3.3 Provide opportunities for audience participation where appropriate

3.4 Identify and resolve problems promptly within scope of own role

3.5 Implement contingency plans or refer to appropriate personnel as required

Presentation tips

https://www.skillsyouneed.com/present/what-is-a-presentation.html

https://www.skillsyouneed.com/present/prepare-presentation.html

https://www.skillsyouneed.com/present/presentation-tips.html

https://www.articulatemarketing.com/blog/how-to-make-a-successful-presentation

Public Speaking tips

https://blog.dce.harvard.edu/professional-development/10-tips-improving-your-public-speaking-skills

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i5mYphUoOCs

Class Activity 1

Assuming you can have whatever props you need, prepare a short presentation on one of the following:

• Introduce your pet
• Demonstrate your favourite toy, tool or kitchen appliance
• Talk about the first place you will visit once we are allowed to travel interstate

Include in your preparation:

• Introduction to the topic - i.e. what is this presentation about and why you choose this particular topic
• Do you have a funny or interesting story
• Objectives of the presentation
• Who is your target audience? What would be the ideal audience for this presentation?
• How long will you need for your presentation?
• List of topics and order for your presentation
• What props will you need to make the presentation interesting?
• How will you get audience participation?

Provide constructive feedback for the other students 

Discussion with teacher

Now is the time to make sure you are clear on your topic and to ask any further questions with your teacher.

Evaluate feedback

4.1 Seek formal or informal feedback from participants and colleagues according to organisational procedures and established evaluation methods

4.2 Monitor participation levels and provide attendance and participation information to relevant personnel

4.3 Revise supporting documentation incorporating feedback where appropriate

Class Discussion

How would you seek informal feedback? 

Formal Feedback

How can you seek formal feedback?

You can create a simple paper-based form using MS Word or similar

You can use an online purpose-built survey. Examples include Survey Monkey and Typeform. These are tools where you can either use a template or create an online form from scratch. Once you have the form complete, you can share it using the URL or other relevant information so that students can access it.

If you don't want to use a survey builder, Google Forms or MS Forms are both great substitutes and provide the result information in a spreadsheet so that you can easily create your own charts and other visuals.