Guide to Public Speaking

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Guide to Public Speaking

• Tips for a top-notch oral presentation

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Key Features

• Pace
• Volume/Tone
• Visual Aides
• Movement
• Use of cards, outline
• Practice routines

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Pace

• Speak slowly
• Clear but not lethargic
• Be sure that you are engaging, but not so
  energetic that you are overwhelming.

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Volume/Tone

• Make sure that your volume is appropriate to the
  size of the room, and the size of the audience.
• Be sure that your tone is authoritative, without
  being harsh.

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Visual Aides

• Make use of your technological resources!
• Have a backup (or two, or three.)
• Be prepared for when things dont go as planned.
• Jump Drive
• Email it to yourself
• CD

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Movement

• Be animated by using gestures without distracting
  from your presentation.
• Dont travel while you are speaking. Move
  between statements.

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Cards, Outline

• Use cards to aid your memory
• Keep notes to brief reminders, rather than
  verbatim copies of your presentation.

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Practice Routines

• Practice before you give your presentation!
• Give your presentation in front of a mirror
• Give your presentation to a group of friends
• If you are really struggling, call me and set up
  an appointment.

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Believe in yourself!

• A good presenter is confident in the content of
  the presentation and in his or her ability to
  present the material.
• You are a great presenter!

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Content

• The content of your oral presentation will be
  covered in class.
• Be aware of the content, familiarize yourself
  with it, and be sure to thoroughly cover it in
  your presentation.
• Ask for help if you need it!