What is an Oral Presentation?

An oral presentation is generally a speech or vocal performance, occasionally accompanied by visually based presentations such as a slideshow.  An oral presentation is where you show your knowledge on a particular subject. You might be able to choose your topic, or maybe you have been given something to research and talk about to audience

Oral Presentation By: S.Naga Laxmi ECE-B 09RG1A0491 What is an Oral Presentation?  An oral presentation is generally a speech or vocal performance, occasionally accompanied by visually based presentations such as a slideshow  An oral presentation is where you show your knowledge on a particular subject You might be able to choose your topic, or maybe you have been given something to research and talk about to audience Objectives of Oral Presentation  Select appropriate points of emphasis in your presentation  Develop a useful level of detail  Choose and prepare appropriate visual aids  Create a tone that is sensitive to your audience's circumstance Determine the purpose Analyze the audience Adapt the message Gather informatio n Necessities of oral presentation  Preparation and planning  Structure of speech and language  Visuals  Create interest in audience skills required for an Oral Presentation? • Come across natural and relaxed • Be understandable • Say something useful • Be memorable Importance of non-verbal communication  Non verbal communication : posture, appearance, listening, eye contact, hand gestures and facial expressions five main functions of non-verbal communication:  to express emotions 65%  communicate interpersonal relationships  support verbal interaction 35%  reflect personality  perform rituals, such as greetings 10% and goodbyes oral Visual alone Visual & oral Non-verbal communication Facial expressions gestures Importance of verbal communication  Verbal communication includes rate, volume, pitch as well as articulation and pronunciation Verbal communication also includes sign language and written forms of communication five main functions of verbal communication:  To impart knowledge  Clarification erbal nonverbal communication Verbal communication How to Improve Verbal and Nonverbal Communication  Effective listening  Body language  Intonations  Ex:Record yourself with both a video camera and an audio recorder to see how you communicate non-verbally How to sell yourself with your presentation  Making a good first impression  Speak professionally  “Polish Up Your Public Speaking Skills in Advance!”  “At all stages of your career you need to sell yourself, your ideas, your value, and your ability” Conclusion  Clarify the Purpose of your Presentation  Clearly Define your Audience  Research your Topic  Organize your Information and Prepare your Message  Prepare the Outline of your Message  Rehearse your Presentation  .. .What is an Oral Presentation?  An oral presentation is generally a speech or vocal performance, occasionally accompanied by visually based presentations such as a slideshow  An oral presentation... Determine the purpose Analyze the audience Adapt the message Gather informatio n Necessities of oral presentation  Preparation and planning  Structure of speech and language  Visuals  Create interest... interest in audience skills required for an Oral Presentation? • Come across natural and relaxed • Be understandable • Say something useful • Be memorable Importance of non-verbal communication 