Тема 3. Presenting in public: listening and speaking

Тема 3. Presenting in public: listening and speaking

Different presentation types: formal, informal, individual, joint, and online presentations. Structuring a presentation: introduction, main content, and conclusion. Designing effective digital slide shows: organizing information visually and selecting appropriate templates. Key principles of slide design: balance between text, images, and data. The language aspects of presenting: useful words, phrases, and sentence structures for effective communication. Training pronunciation for clear delivery. Understanding the role of orthoepic (correct pronunciation) and nonverbal components such as gestures and body language. Establishing and maintaining contact with the audience: engaging listeners and adapting to feedback. Principles of discussion: leading, responding to questions, and managing audience interaction. 

 Самостійне опрацювання:

Smakman, D. (2024) Presenting in English A Practical Guide. Routledge. 

Read on your own: Chapter 1 1PRESENTATION TYPES
Practice 1:
Watch a  

Check the following:

1. Fitting the time limit (the presentation supposed to be 10 min)

What factors influenced the speaker to break the limit? How they could be avoided?

2. Clearness of the presentation 

What was unclear or wrong. How to avoid the drawbacks?

3. Main idea of the presentation. Summarise. Compare your summary with colleagues.

4. Do you think, the presentation was efficient. Make your conclusions.