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Chapter 21

Chapter 21. Oral Presentations. Strategies for Technical Communication in the Workplace Laura J. Gurak John M. Lannon. Advantages of interactivity : You give and take information through body language, vocal tone, and eye contact. You can see audience reactions.

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Chapter 21

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  1. Chapter 21 Oral Presentations Strategies for Technical Communication in the Workplace Laura J. Gurak John M. Lannon

  2. Advantages of interactivity: You give and take information through body language, vocal tone, and eye contact. You can see audience reactions. You receive immediate feedback, and you can change direction instantly. You can answer questions right away. Oral Presentations Are Interactive

  3. Types of Oral Presentations • Informative • Training • Persuasive • Action Plan • Sales

  4. Parts of Oral Presentations • Introduction • Capture audience attention • Establish credibility • Preview your presentation • Inform the audience of the purpose of the presentation • Body • Structure material into small chunks • Use transition statements • Conclusion • Remind audience of big picture/ Restate main points • Leave listeners with final advice • Distribute handouts

  5. Preparing Oral Presentations • Research and connect the topic to your audience • Create an outline or storyboard • Determine a Delivery Style • Memorized • Impromptu • Scripted • Extemporaneous • Choose your Technology • Plan the Use of Visuals • Practice the Presentation

  6. Strategies for Preparing for Oral Presentations • Determine your audience. • Determine your purpose. • Do your research. • Decide on your delivery style. • Organize your presentation. • Choose your technology. • Use visuals. • Rehearse your presentation.

  7. Using Presentation Software • Remember, software is only a tool. • Have a backup plan in case the technology fails. • Start with an overview slide. • Find a balance between text and visuals. • Avoid using too many slides. • Don’t simply read the slides. • Avoid too much flash. • Keep viewers oriented. • End with a “conclusions” or “questions” slide.

  8. Any Questions? For additional help reviewing this chapter, please visit the Companion Website for your text at http://www.pearsonhighered.com/gurak

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