Welcome to Presentation English

Track 1 – Introductory Course

2018 Spring Semester

Prof. Johan Reiners Contact details:

profjohan@geocuk.com Cell No: 010-8862 9932

ONLINE CLASSROOM: profjohanr.webs.com

Today’s Menu

Announcements

Introduction to Presentations

The Physical Message 1

The Informative Speech

Announcements

Syllabus

Study Guide and Notes

Final presentation

Date Theory Practicum Resource 1 March 7 Course Introduction

Goals, objectives and level assessments 2 March 14 The Physical Message Informative Speech SoS p.7

3 March 21 The Physical Message (2) Layout Speech SoS p.15

4 March 28 The Physical Message (3) – Inflection,

pronunciation and enunciation

Practicing inflection

Prepare for a

demonstration speech

SoS p.28

5 April 4 The Demonstration Speech and group

presentation skills

SoS p. 36

6 April 11 The Visual Message Preparations for a PPT

presentation

SoS p. 39

7 April 18 Explaining Visuals Having a meeting SoS p. 51

8 April 25 Recap: The Story Message

The Introduction; body and transitions;

conclusions

The principles of the

story message will be

communicated and

practiced throughout the

course

SoS p. 57

9 May 2 Putting it all together (1) The job interview SoS p. 69

10 May 9 Putting it all together (2) Hear my voice! Debate SoS Page 87

11 May 18 Putting it all together (3) Preparation for final

session 12 May 23 Practice, practice, practice Pub Talks rehearsal 13 May 30 Pub Talks Event 14 June 6 Memorial Day 15 June 13 Election Day

Focus areas

Public Speaking and Presentations

Physical Message

From the beginning

Vocabulary development

Visual Message

Confidence Development

You will find out:

• How to talk so that you can be heard - anywhere!

• How to appear confident - even if you are nervous.

• How to enjoy yourself - really!

Types of speeches

• Basic types of speeches and presentations such as:

– Introductions

– Informative speeches

– Layout speeches

– Academic speeches

– Commemorative speeches

Practicum – All students will do at least 3 of the following

• Impromptu speech

• Demonstration speech (group presentation)

• Layout speech

• Informative Speech

• Job Interview

• Opinion speech (debate)

• Meeting speech – Persuasive speech

SESSION 2

The Physical Message: - Posture

- Eye Contact

The Informative Speech

Watch Lisa’s Video

• In small groups talk about the following:

– What were your first impressions of Lisa?

– How important is first impressions?

– What did you think of her posture?

– Do you think she connected with her audience? Why?

– How important is it to connect with an audience? Why?

The Gospel of First Impressions

Making Impressions

Think about a time when you met someone who left you with a bad first impression. What made it bad?

Write IT!

• On a scrap piece of paper, write the first thing that comes to mind…

Write IT!

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Objectives

• Discuss how to make a good first impression.

• Decide what kind of attire is appropriate for given situations.

First Impressions

• You don’t get a second chance to make a first impression…

• Within the first three seconds of a new encounter, you are evaluated… even if it is just a glance.

What do people notice??

• Visual appearance

• Behavior

• Demeanor

• Mannerisms

• Body Language

• Grooming

• Material possessions/ accessories

Admit it…

• You’ve judged a book by its cover before…

• “If you paint an old barn… it’s still an old barn!”

• Who are you? What does your cover say about you… is it what you want it to say?

So, how do you make a good first impression?

• Be on Time – Interview, date, meeting, class, anywhere!

• Be Yourself, Be at Ease – You’re not getting paid to put on an act!

• Present Yourself Appropriately – Bring what YOU have to offer!

• Eye contact and a winning smile – This alone will engage others– a smile is contagious so

spread it!

More tips…

• Firm handshake – This alone says more than any words!

• Be Open and Confident – If you don’t believe in yourself, who will?

• Small Talk Goes a Long Way… – What do you talk about?

• Be Courteous And Attentive – Please, thank you, show your manners!

What should you wear?

• Good question!!

• Different occasions call for different attire

• Rule of thumb…

– Always dress one step above your audience.

– It’s better to STAND out, not STICK out!

Types of Attire

• Casual

• Snappy Casual

• Business Casual

• Business- like

• Semi-formal

• Formal

Casual Attire

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Snappy Casual

Business Casual

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Business/ Professional

Semi-Formal

Formal

Rule of Thumb…

• What is your interviewer/audience going to be wearing? Do some research!

– Wear equivalent attire.

– If you are applying for a landscaping position, and the boss is wearing work clothes that are covered in dirt… what should you wear?

– What if all of the employees wear uniforms?

Recap

• First impressions are very important

• What you wear can make you or break you

Judgment Day… day of Presentation

• Plan ahead!

– Research- know what you’re getting into

– Have directions or know how long it will take

– Be 15 minutes early

– Have the phone number of the place with you just in case something comes up!

Judgment Day… day of Presentation

• Dress to impress!

• ALWAYS introduce yourself and shake the host’s hand! (review first impression tips)

• Don’t just have a seat, let them seat you! – Sit attentively on your sit bones!

Judgment Day… day of interview

• Be Prepared to answer questions… – Tell me about yourself.

– Why are you interested in this position?

– What do you have to offer this business?

– What do you consider your strengths and weaknesses?

– What motivates you?

– What has been your greatest disappointment in life?

– If a co-worker or boss was abusing the system, how would you handle it?

– What will you do if you don’t get this position?

– What are your goals in the next 5-10 years?

Judgment Day… day of interview

• Have pre-formed questions and a notebook to take notes!

– How long have you worked here…?

– What does a typical day consist of?

– Why is this position available?

– What are your expectations for this position?

– What are the first tasks I would be doing if hired?

– When do you plan to hire for this position?

Judgment Day… day of interview

• THANK THEM for their time!

• Shake their hand AGAIN!

• Wish them a good day

– “Have a good day, and I hope to hear from you soon!”

• Thank the receptionist as you leave.

What questions are there?

• REMEMBER:

– Plan ahead, and be prepared!

– Preparation = confidence!

– Confidence = calm, cool, success!

Watch Lisa’s Video (again)

• In small groups talk about the following:

• If you had to text your friend, telling him or her about Lisa’s speech, what would you text?

• What did she want to tell us (summarize it in less than 15 words)

• Can you do an analysis of her speech?

– What were her main points?

– What was the structure of her speech?

– What other elements made her speech successful?

Informative Speech

• Like teaching – teach something to the audience

• Giving a gift of information

• It’s not an essay

The success of your speech depends on

whether the audience has learned what you tried to teach/tell them.

Lisa’s Speech Topic

Introduction

Transition

Point 1

Point 2

Transition Transition

Point 3

Point 4

Transition Transition

Conclusion

In groups: create your own speech

• Wish you were there! - Tell us about a stunning place you’ve visited.

• You should watch this movie! - Tell us about a great movie not to be missed.

• My heaven on earth. - Tell us about your favorite place on earth.

• I couldn’t stop laughing! - Tell us about a funny incident.

• You can’t miss this! - Tell us about a show, event or festival that is worth attending.

• Do or die: how to handle allergies during spring

• Shop until you drop! Tell us about a sale not to be missed.

Time to act

• Present your speech to the class

• Remember:

– First impressions

– Body language

– Eye contact