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Horse Public Presentations. By Judy Alishauskas. Choosing a topic. What color is this horse? Dapple grey, Flea bitten grey, Roan, white, Appaloosa? Topic: Horse Colors. Must be horse related Something that confuses you Something that interests you.
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Horse Public Presentations By Judy Alishauskas
Choosing a topic • What color is this horse? • Dapple grey, Flea bitten grey, Roan, white, Appaloosa? • Topic: Horse Colors • Must be horse related • Something that confuses you • Something that interests you • Personally I was really interested in riding sidesaddle and looking to buy one • Topic: Buying a sidesaddle
Title • Short, but interesting How to properly fit a bit to your horse’s mouth Fit the Bit • Catches listener’s attention Barrel Racing Tack The Tack-nicalities of Barrel Racing
Visual Aids • Posters, Power Point Presentation • Videos, Pictures • Handouts • Props • Clothing choices can be used as props • No actual animals
The Presentation- some details • Intro: just like the title- catch listener’s attention, short, to the point • Timing: aim for a few minutes longer than minimum time allotted incase you talk a little faster than normal • Notes: are allowed, but don’t rely on them (practice without) • Conclusion: like the intro- short, relevant • Cite References: bring in your actual sources if possible (or a picture of the source) • Questions: be sure to repeat the questions audience can hear question
How the competition works • County Level • Regional Level • State Level • National Level (Sr. only)
Individual Presentations • Done individually • Must pertain to horse industry • Demonstration (step by step with end result) or Illustrated Talk (on idea or topic) • 9-12 Minutes
Team Presentation • 2 presenters • Equal roles • Same age division • Demonstration or Illustrated Talk • 10-15 minutes
Score Sheet • Introduction: create interest, to the point
Score Sheet • Introduction: create interest, to the point • Organization: step by step, used visuals, main ideas
Score Sheet • Introduction: create interest, to the point • Organization: step by step, used visuals, main ideas • Content & Accuracy: facts correct, enough info, cited
Score Sheet • Introduction: create interest, to the point • Organization: step by step, used visuals, main ideas • Content & Accuracy: facts correct, enough info, cited • Stage Presence: speed, eye contact, dress
Score Sheet • Introduction: create interest, to the point • Organization: step by step, used visuals, main ideas • Content & Accuracy: facts correct, enough info, cited • Stage Presence: speed, eye contact, dress • Delivery: voice control, pronunciation, notes
Score Sheet • Introduction: create interest, to the point • Organization: step by step, used visuals, main ideas • Content & Accuracy: facts correct, enough info, cited • Stage Presence: speed, eye contact, dress • Delivery: voice control, pronunciation, notes • Effect on Audience: interest
Score Sheet • Introduction: create interest, to the point • Organization: step by step, used visuals, main ideas • Content & Accuracy: facts correct, enough info, cited • Stage Presence: speed, eye contact, dress • Delivery: voice control, pronunciation, notes • Effect on Audience: interest • Summary: short, review key points, questions
Public Speaking • Individual event • No visual aids, may use notes • 7-10 minutes • Scoring: • Easy to follow (organization) • Overall stage presence
Slide/Audio Presentation • Slides with audio player • 30-80 Slides • 20-30 minutes • Up to 10 participants • Scoring: • Slide Quality • Audio • Graphics, Music, Credits
Videotaped Presentation • 20-30 minutes • Up to 10 participants • Camera work: clarity, focus, editing • Script: coordination with video, clarity • Timing, explanation
Impromptu Speaking • Senior only • No prior knowledge of topic • Chose between 2 topics • 15 minutes to prepare • No visual aids • 5-8 minutes
Final Thoughts • Many options of presentation types • Be sure to practice (esp. with strict time limits) • Look at score sheet before competition • For more info check out the NY 4-H Horse Educational Events Rule Book: • http://www.ansci.cornell.edu/4H/horses/rulebook/edevents/index.html