Work for 'Giving an Effective Presentation Extension Activity'

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SKILL ACTIVITY

Giving an Effective Presentation

Directions: Read the information about oral presentations. Then

complete an outline for your own presentation.

One kind of oral presentation is a speech in which you explain

a position, or opinion, about an issue. After your speech, the

audience asks questions and you answer them. Preparing is the

first step. Use the following list as a guide to prepare.

• Decide what opinion you will take—for or against—and why.

• Write a short opening statement that gives your opinion.

• Gather facts and examples that support your opinion.

• Write a short conclusion that restates your opinion.

• Brainstorm a list of questions that your audience might ask.

Write down answers to the questions.

• Practice your presentation. Keep track of how long your

speech takes.

When you make the presentation, follow these steps:

• Begin with your opening statement.

• Give facts and examples that support your opinion.

• Conclude by stating your opinion again in different words.

• Answer questions from the audience. Listen carefully to make

sure you understand each question.

• While you are speaking, remember to look at your audience.

• Speak loudly and clearly so they can hear you.

Directions: Prepare and give a presentation on the following

topic: Is the increase in temporary employment a good thing for

American workers? Copy the following outline onto your own

paper to begin organizing your ideas.

I. Your opening statement:

II. Facts and examples that support your opinion:

1–5.

III. Your conclusion:

IV. Questions the audience may ask:

1–5.

V. Answers to these questions:

1–5.