Identification should include persuasive and informative presentations, such as
- elevator pitch (1–3 minutes)
- business plan presentation
- customer presentation.
Components of the presentation should include
- preparation
- expressed purpose
- voice projection
- volume, speed, and tone of voice
- storytelling
- enthusiasm of an appropriate level
- audience awareness
- body language
- assuredness
- eye contact
- accuracy of content
- professional dress and grooming
- use of supporting software applications
- use of visuals (e.g., props)
- succinctness
- use of talking points
- time constraints.
Process/Skill Questions:
- How can a speaker capture and keep an audience engaged?
- Why is it important to know one’s audience when preparing a presentation?
- What are the steps in preparing an effective oral presentation?
- Why is it important to rehearse a presentation prior to delivery?
- How can a speaker’s personal appearance affect his or her presentation?
- What body language is proper when giving an oral presentation?
- What can be the results of presenting too much information? Too many graphics?
- What are the potential roles of visuals and handouts in a successful presentation?
- Why is it important to proofread visuals and handouts prior to the presentation?
- Why is it important to provide a story or visual image to complete a successful presentation?
- Why is it important to "open strong" and "end strong" when giving a presentation?