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Clemson University TigerPrints Presentations University Libraries 7-2019 Become a Presentation Powerhouse - Developing Skills for Effective, Meaningful Oral Presentations Jenessa McElfresh Follow this and additional works at: https://tigerprints.clemson.edu/lib_pres  Part of the Teacher Education and Professional Development Commons JENESSA MCELFRESHSUMMER WORKSHOP SERIESDEVELOPING SKILLS FOREFFECTIVE, MEANINGFUL ORALPRESENTATIONSBecome apresentationpowerhouseBye!PresentationOverviewTHINGS WE'LL COVER TakeawaysPresentation anxietyWhy botherFraming presentationcontentSkills and tactics forpresentingAccessibility bestpracticesSelf AssessmentWhat You'llTake AwayWhat is presentation anxiety,and what can you do about it?StrategiesWhat can you add to yourtoolbox of skills to elevateyour own presentation style? Success!What makes an oral presentationengaging and impactful?Skills How do you feel aboutgiving presentations?STRATEGIES FOR IDENTIFYING ANDCOMBATING PRESENTATION ANXIETYPresentationsare scary,right?MORE THANKIDNAPPING,NEEDLES,ZOMBIES, OR CLOWNS According to the Chapman University Survey of American Fears2018; ranked by percentage of Americans who reported being"afraid or very afraid"26.2% ofAmericansfear publicspeakingCorrupt Gov't OfficialsLoved ones dyingGlobal WarmingMedical BillsMass shootingHeightsMurderPublic SpeakingAbduction/KidnappingNeedlesZombiesClowns75 50 25 0 ACCORDING TO A 2016 STUDY PUBLISHEDIN BEHAVIOR MODIFICATION: Presentation anxiety can be reducedby exposure therapy and practice;however, there is no way to causeextinction of this anxietyWhat theexpertssayA 2017 STUDY PUBLISHED IN PSYCHIATRYRESEARCH FOUND THAT:Public speaking fear was associatedwith increased reactivity to animalphobia and panic scenes, rather thanthose simulating social anxiety.GlossophobiaTips Recognize and resolvespecifc concerns Visualize yoursuccessDeep breathingand/or stretchingFocus on yourmaterial and purposeExpect mistakes andyou'll be able torecover quicklyGet rid ofexpectations ofperfectionAcknowledge that you'renervous, rather thanburying it under extrastress about havingnervesDon't be nervousabout beingnervousIt's a very small partof overall professionalability and value as apersonPublic speakingdoes not equalself worthMORE TIPSWHY IS PRESENTINGAN IMPORTANT SKILL?Whether in a unitmeeting or on anational stage, youcan't escape it.We presentconstantly.No one ever wants topresent. Suddenly youhave a high demandskill.Opportunities forleadershipIn addition to personalvisibility, it allowsyour thoughts and ideasto be the dominantnarrativeMake friends andinfluence othersWHAT IS GOING INTOTHESE THINGSContentThis includesassesing the typeof presentationneeded Decide on atopicPresentation Prep StagesThese should relateto the audience andpresenterSet goals andoutcomesMake sure to choosea style thatmatches both thetype and goalsDecide on thestyleDig deep in thecontent, using yourtopic, type, goals,and style asguidancePlan thecontentSO WHAT?THINK BIG:NEEDS TO BE ADDRESSEDConference presentations,pitches or bids, invitedpresentations, varies onaudienceFORMALInstruction, demonstrations,exhibitions, hands-on-learning, interviewsINTERACTIVEInternal presentations incommittees or units, varieson audience, meetingparticipationINFORMALCasual conversation before orafter meetings, testing ideasor pitches, audience of 2VERY INFORMALPRESENTATION TYPESTelling about somethingthat you're an expertonInformativeTeaching how to do oruse a skill or productInstructionalConvincing an audiencesomething, an idea orproduct or visionPersuasiveAll Employee Meetingtomorrow!Progress ReportTED Talks. You can doit!MotivationalStorytelling,connecting with othersEntertainmentPRESENTATION STYLESSTAGES OF GIVING APRESENTATIONDetermine the scope,message, audience, andcontentPrepKey element: notforgetting any notes ortech neededPresentFollow up on audiencequestions, requests forslides, feedback orassessment, etc.Follow up1 23How can youbecome a betterpublic speaker? BAD ADVICE: picture theaudience in their underwear!BAD ADVICE: you know what's areal crowd pleaser? A knock-knock joke to startBAD ADVICE: DEEP eye contactwith one individual shows youcare :) BAD ADVICE: write down yourscript and practice it 10 times(EVEN IF YOU'REBORROWING IT) Confidenceis key.Assume you’ll be asked to speak and always be ready.Have in mind a simple three-part structure for yourresponse.Practice answering questions in informal settings, suchas around the dinner table or in the car.Be aware of your body language under stress and avoidmisleading tells.Treat your anxiety as a normal response and tellyourself: I’m excited.Focus on what listeners want and need to know, ratherthan on yourself.Speak in a conversational tone and avoid rushing.Strive to convey information and meaning rather than toperform perfectly. Basic adviceMore tipsFrame your content by your audience. It'sabout how they receive the information andcan use it, not about how much you knowOrganize your materials in the mosteffective manner to obtain your purpose,and share with your audience how they canexpect the information to be presentedWatch the audience for feedback. If they'renot responding, adjust your styleBe wary of over-preparation, or relying oncards or audiovisual elements rather thanyour deliveryTry to be yourself as much as possible, andkeep in mind the human aspect of presentingand connecting to others through speech1.2.3.4.5.Always use the microphone!AccessibilityBest PracticesSpeak clearly, loudly, and at amoderate rate. Provide verbal descriptions of all visualcontent.Imagine delivering yourpresentation on the radio.No, even BIGGER. 28-32pt font as a minimum.Make your text as big as possible. Check out more from DLF:https://www.diglib.org/dlf-events/2016forum/guide-to-creating-accessible-presentations/ Self AssessmentWHAT DO YOU NEED TODO TO MAKE SURE THESTAGES OF PRESENTINGWORK WITH YOURPERSPECTIVE?Ask Yourself PreparationPowerPoint?Notecards?Practice? A killerplaylist? Follow UpAssessment - whatare you doing withit? How are youtaking care ofyourself after? Content &DeliveryHow much content?Interaction?Podium? Chair?Microphone?WHAT DO YOUNEED TOPRESENT WELL?What elements make up your perfectpresentation environment? What do you need topresent as comfortably as possible?THINK ABOUTPRESENTATIONS YOU HAVEGIVENYour turn!THANKS AND BYE!  REFERENCES“5 Tips for Reducing Public Speaking Nervousness.” Psychology Today. Accessed July 24, 2019.http://www.psychologytoday.com/blog/communication-success/201305/5-tips-reducing-public-speaking-nervousness.“America’s Top Fears 2018 - Chapman University Survey of American Fears.” Chapman University, October 16, 2018.https://blogs.chapman.edu/wilkinson/2018/10/16/americas-top-fears-2018/.“Fear of Public Speaking: How Can I Overcome It?” Mayo Clinic. Accessed July 24, 2019.https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/specific-phobias/expert-answers/fear-of-public-speaking/faq-20058416.forbes. “10 Tips for Improving Your Public Speaking Skills,” November 2, 2015.https://www.extension.harvard.edu/professional-development/blog/10-tips-improving-your-public-speaking-skills.“Formal, Interactive or Informal Presentation – Which Type Is Best?” Accessed July 24, 2019.https://www.presentationmagazine.com/formal-interactive-or-informal-presentation-which-type-is-best-20583.htm.“Guide to Creating Accessible Presentations.” DLF (blog). 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