Presentation Day #1!
In class today, one group presented their renovation plan, and afterwards, as a class, we went over the points that were not good or could be improved in their presentation. It is important to learn from mistakes, and to make sure not to make the same mistakes when doing your own.
Today, Risa, Reina, Darya, and Marino went first. Their group was named TOMORROW, which I thought was a great idea as it suited their content well. Also, a good characteristic of their slideshow is that their slides didn't have too many words, so it didn't take away from what they were actually saying. Their ideas seemed to be well thought out, but I thought that if they had specific pieces of furniture included, it would've been even better!
After their presentation was done, Mr.Paterson taught us about ways their presentation could've been better, and what the other students should keep in mind when doing their own. First off, he mentioned that every presentation must start by the 'mouth' introducing the team and project to the audience. The first speaker should make each person's role CLEAR to everyone listening, so that people know who will be talking about what beforehand. Also, another important thing is credibility. The first speaker should say why the audience should listen to them, for example, by mentioning how much work they put into this project. I was surprised to find out that we had to have transitions every time the speaker switched, and that the presenter must state their name when it is their turn to talk again. Good flow is something I will be careful about when presenting my own. One thing the presenters today maybe could've done better was eye contact. Their heads were mostly in the screen's direction, instead of us, the listeners. Our teacher reminded us to make eye contact with everyone in the audience for 3 to 5 seconds per person, and randomly switch to a different person once you have done so. Another thing he pointed out was the use of a script / notes. We should not have notes, as it doesn't allow the speakers to talk as natural. The key is practice, practice, practice! In order to have a relaxed posture, and to speak without stumbling, you have to practice until it comes out smooth. Also, when you are not speaking but you are standing up front, you should be watching the audience and checking to see if they are listening to the person currently presenting. A major major point that Mr.Paterson told us about, was the strong summary and conclusion before the Q&A, and the "one last point" after the Q&A. The delivery, your way of interacting is most important when it comes to presenting, so the final claim should be strong, and send your message clearly.
Today, Risa, Reina, Darya, and Marino went first. Their group was named TOMORROW, which I thought was a great idea as it suited their content well. Also, a good characteristic of their slideshow is that their slides didn't have too many words, so it didn't take away from what they were actually saying. Their ideas seemed to be well thought out, but I thought that if they had specific pieces of furniture included, it would've been even better!
After their presentation was done, Mr.Paterson taught us about ways their presentation could've been better, and what the other students should keep in mind when doing their own. First off, he mentioned that every presentation must start by the 'mouth' introducing the team and project to the audience. The first speaker should make each person's role CLEAR to everyone listening, so that people know who will be talking about what beforehand. Also, another important thing is credibility. The first speaker should say why the audience should listen to them, for example, by mentioning how much work they put into this project. I was surprised to find out that we had to have transitions every time the speaker switched, and that the presenter must state their name when it is their turn to talk again. Good flow is something I will be careful about when presenting my own. One thing the presenters today maybe could've done better was eye contact. Their heads were mostly in the screen's direction, instead of us, the listeners. Our teacher reminded us to make eye contact with everyone in the audience for 3 to 5 seconds per person, and randomly switch to a different person once you have done so. Another thing he pointed out was the use of a script / notes. We should not have notes, as it doesn't allow the speakers to talk as natural. The key is practice, practice, practice! In order to have a relaxed posture, and to speak without stumbling, you have to practice until it comes out smooth. Also, when you are not speaking but you are standing up front, you should be watching the audience and checking to see if they are listening to the person currently presenting. A major major point that Mr.Paterson told us about, was the strong summary and conclusion before the Q&A, and the "one last point" after the Q&A. The delivery, your way of interacting is most important when it comes to presenting, so the final claim should be strong, and send your message clearly.
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