Oral Presentation, Content, Introduction, History, Factors, Barriers

This will help the students to present their self in any profession of their life.

1. Oral presentation Ms. Sana Komal English Lecturer Bs (Hons) English, B.ed GCON DG KHAN

2. CONTENT Definition Introduction Features Forms of Oral Presentation How to make good Oral Presentation? Structure of Presentation Delivery of Presentation Remember 4PS Oral Delivery Presentation Function of ODP

3. continue Non-verbally Delivery Functions of Non-verbally Delivery Presentation 7 Factors to remember Barriers of effective Presentation How to improve Oral Presentation? How to sell yourself with your Presentation?

4. What is oral presentation? An oral presentation is where you show your knowledge on a particular subject. You might be able to choose your topic, or maybe you have been given something to research and talk about to audience.

5. Introduction Oral presentations , also known as public speaking or simply presentations, consist of an individual or group verbally addressing an audience on a particular topic. The aim of this is to educate, inform, entertain or present an argument. Oral presentations are seen within workplaces, classrooms and even at social events such as weddings. An oral presentation at university/college assesses the presenter’s ability to communicate relevant information effectively in an interesting and engaging manner.

6. features An Oral Presentation is a form of communication. It is participative two way communication process characterized by the formal and structured presentation of a message using visual aids. It is purposeful, interactive and audience oriented. It communicates a message to audience in a way that brings about the desired change in their understanding and opinion.

7. Forms of oral presentation Seminars Workshop symposia Student and Team Presentation Departmental Presentations Industry conferences Press Inference of Product launches Annual general meeting Profile presentation .

8. How to make a good oral presentation Conquering stage fright. Knowing the audience Content of the presentation Structure of the presentation Delivery of the presentation Remembering 4PS

9. Conquering stage fright Some amount of stage fright is helpful. The main reason is that we are not accustomed to speak in public. Symptoms in beginners are trembling arms, excessive sweating, lack of fluency etc-are mental blocks. Prepare the subject thoroughly. Do some warm up exercises such as rotating arms, moving the facial muscles, taking deep breath etc before speaking. Take carbohydrate rich meal before going to make presentation. Positive thinking-’I will make the presentation’ and ‘I am confident’.

10. Knowing the audience Before planning we should consider:- The age group of the audience. Know the need of the audience. Utility of the presentation for the audience. Information gained after attending the presentation.

11. Content of the presentation It should not be too difficult to understand. If too long shorten the content according to the time available. Include examples and instructions to support the argument.

12. Structure of the presentation

13. Delivery of the Presentation A. The quality of the voice:- Adjust your tone according to the size of the audience. Use micro phone or collar mike. Give pauses to allow the listener to understand. Pronounce difficult words properly and correctly. B. Rapport with the audience:- Look into the eyes of the audience while presenting. Shift from one pair of eye to another so that you have a glance of all of them. Try to involve the audience in present action by asking questions.

14. Continue C. Pay attention to Body Language:- Express your confidence in your smile and movements. Stand straight and do not stagnate at one place. Avoid unnecessary movements of hands. Always dress in formals. D. Effective use of Visuals aids:- Remember the value of pictures, symbols and objectives while preparing transparencies for OHP. Use a plain font of substantial size-18 point or more. Do not use more than three colors. Practice before how to operate the equipment.

15. Remembering 4PS

16. A. Planning Define a purpose Analyze the audience Analyze the occasion Select a suitable title

17. B. Preparation Develop the central idea Develop the main ideas Gather supporting information

18. C. Practice Rehearse before presenting it to the audience. Time the presentation. Outline the presentation.

19. d. perform Begin the presentation with confidence. Be organized. Pay attention to non-verbal behavior. Use4 appropriate visual aids.

20. Oral delivery Volume Rate Vocal Quality Pronunciation

21. 5 main function of oral delivery To impart knowledge Clarification Effective listening Body language Intonations

22. Nonverbally delivery Posture Movement Hand Gestures Facial Expressions Appearance

23. 5 main functions of nonverbal communication To express emotions. Communicate interpersonal relationship. Support verbal interaction. Reflect personality. Perform rituals, such as Greetings and Goodbye.

24. 7 Factors to remember

25. 1- The start Do not apologize. Be confident. Know the topic well.

26. 2- Audience mood Be empathic with your audience’s mood Watch your audience’s body language; their facial expressions, glances exchanged, shuffling of feet etc. Project the right degree of formality. Use good pace and drive. Don’t be arrogant - this will turn your audience against you. Control your enthusiasm.

27. 3- Your voice Be clearly audible. Use a microphone if necessary. Keep your head up. Open your mouth wider than during normal speech. Speak comparatively slow so the audience can digest what you are saying. Keep right level of stress, accent, and speed of speaking. Use a good pitch – the musical tone – vary it. High notes convey urgency, the low notes convey emphasis.

28. 4- Body language Positioning of your body – stand in a good posture, do not pace around too much. Use your hands in proper gestures to support your points. Good use of eye contact – gains and holds attention and establishes rapport. Avoid mannerisms that irritate, e.g. swaying side to side, fiddling with marker, fidgeting with fingers, swirling to and fro etc. Avoid hands in pockets.

29. 5- Your visual aids When using flip charts or white boards, write from the side. Write legibly. Stand so that you do not block the view of the screen. Do not speak to the board or screen.

30. 6- timing Make sure you end on time. Observe the division of time from the introduction to body and to the conclusion.

31. 7- conclusion Finish with equal enthusiasm as was on start. Ask the audience for action. Leave no doubt in your audience’s mind that you have come to an end of your presentation.

32. Barriers of effective presentation Fear Lack of Preparation Unable to control one’s ideas Lack of knowledge about topic

33. How to improve verbal & nonverbal presentation? Record yourself with both video camera and an audio recorder to see how you present non-verbally.

34. How to sell yourself with your presentation? Making a good first impression. Speak professionally. “Polish Up Your Public Speaking Skills in Advance!” “At all stages of your career you need to sell yourself, your ideas, your value, and your ability”.

35. REFERENCE Adair, J. (2003). Adair on Communication and Presentation Skills. Thorogood: London. pp. 36-41 Abhiyan, S. (2003). Module on Communication Skills in English . New Delhi: India. pp. 146-157 Rahman, Z. u. (2019). BSc English Grammar & Composition. Lahore: Simple Publications .

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