2. Skills of Presentation

3. Public speaking

4. Step One Make notes in point form. Use key words or discourse markers to highlight the major concepts. Use linking words to organize ideas. Use Simple Language.

5. The following example shows you how to begin your presentation: To begin with/First, I would like to talk about Coco Chanel in the book “Women in Business”…

6. Step Two Greet your audience. Introduce the text and explain why you chose it. Maintain sufficient eye contact with your audience. Speak loudly and clearly.

7. Step Three Outline the story and its theme concisely. Pace your presentation and pause for attention. State the elements of the text that appeals to you. Highlight important ideas

8. Use Quotations at times. Innovation ! One cannot be forever innovating. I want to create classics.. Coco Chanel

9. Step Four Give your opinions or personal reflection on the theme of the text. End your presentation. Spend approximately 3 to 4 minutes on your presentation.

10. A concluding remark I admire Coco Chanal, not only because she is a dress designer but also because of her elegance, assertiveness …..

11. A list of “Don’ts”

12. A list of Don’ts Don’t giggle. Don’t panic Don’t look at the cue cards all the time. Don’t overuse body gesture.

14. A list of “Dos” Maintain good eye contact. Make your presentation sound interesting Make good use of body language. Make good use of props, including the book you wish to introduce, visual aids such as poster or picture, power point slides Be serious and well-prepared for the assessment.

15. Treat the assessment as a good opportunity to learn by reading a good book or watching a good movie.

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