Presentation skills / Public Speaking

Students will be taught presentation techniques;

• How to plan and structure an effective presentation;
• How to develop ideas; effective delivery methods;
• How to overcome anxiety, fear and nervousness when making a presentation.

Presentation Techniques

• One Way and Two Way Communication
• The Communication Cycle
• Barriers to Communication
• Objectives of Presentations
• Identifying ones audience

Planning and structuring an effective presentation

• Choice of medium for presentation
• Methods of introducing subject/Start up
• Language
• Visual Aids

Developing ideas

• Elements of expository writing for presentations
• Sequencing Patterns

Delivery

• Verbal and non verbals (gestures, facial expressions)
• Body Language
• Tone and Volume
• Capturing and maintaining audience interest (humor, references)
• Techniques (eye contact, questioning styles etc.)
• Effective use of audio visuals

Anxiety, Fear and Nervousness

• Overcoming fear etc
• Breathing techniques
• Being prepared

Impromptu speaking

• Method
• Style

Assessment and Evaluation

• One Class Test – 30%
• One Take Home Assignment/Project – 30%
• Final Examination – 40%

This course is suitable for Principals, Teachers, Managers, Training Personnel, Communication and Media Personnel. Anyone seeking to upgrade and polish their skills in public speaking.

• Classroom lectures
• Video
• Practical Training and Exercises

CORE Certificate