Oral ReportsChapter 11:

Analyze the Audience

Language appropriate Understanding International

Audiences

Shape the Content to Suit the Audience

What point are you trying to convey In which context are you trying to

convey the point

Organize the Content

Choose a manner that makes sense!

Choose Appropriate Visuals

The wrong picture may take away from the overall presentation

Choose an Effective Delivery Style

Avoid long sentences and jargon Make sure your audience

understands what you are trying to say

Don’ts in Oral Presentations

Talk too fast or slow Chew gum Play or fiddle with your hair or any object Say uhmm Look down or use your notecards Cover your face Read off the PowerPoint Use unnecessary animations or slide transitions Make funny gestures Memorize presentation Give audiences handouts before the beginning of

the presentation

Do’s in Oral Presentations

Use appropriate visual aids Use bullet points or titles Speak at an appropriate pace Use appropriate gestures Maintain eye contact Rehearse presentation

Helpful Tips for Organization- Note Cards

Number each note card Use ring to bind them together Write big enough

Helpful Tips for Organization- PowerPoint Presentation

Use tables, graphs and charts for data and numerical information

Use bullet points Use images Choose appropriate template

Now it is Time for YOU to Put it to Practice!!!!