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English 1 Advanced: Class 18. Richard Wilson. Idiom Presentation Skills Presentation Preparation. Agenda. Notices. Friday 16 th May. Book Quiz. Midterm No Fail Policy. For anyone with a score of less than 80%. You can complete an extra assignment. If you want to!
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English 1 Advanced: Class 18 Richard Wilson.
Idiom • Presentation Skills • Presentation Preparation Agenda
Friday 16th May Book Quiz
Midterm No Fail Policy For anyone with a score of less than 80%. You can complete an extra assignment. If you want to! Success in this assignment can raise your grade to a maximum of 80%. Email: richardjw84@gmail.com
‘Flogging a dead horse’ To waste effort trying to achieve something long after you should have accepted it is impossible or no longer useful.
‘Flogging a dead horse’ Son:“Dad, are you sure I can’t have a new car for my birthday present?” Dad:“We’ve talked about this several times already and you know I can’t afford it. Stop flogging a dead horse!”
‘Flogging a dead horse’ Sarah: “I’m so heartbroken about Jason. I don’t think I can be apart from him though, maybe I should give him another chance…” Jenny:“This is the 5th time he has cheated on you and you forgive him every time. You are flogging a dead horse with that guy – he’s just not right for you.
Presentation Preparation – What is the greatest human achievement?
The Greatest Human Achievement Choose an achievement. Give a 5 minute presentation that will: Explain the achievement. Make the case that it is the greatest human achievement. Presentation date: Friday 9th May
The audience should listen to me. Vs. • I want the audience to want to listen. Philosophy
Visuals Rules Big enough to see easily Professional looking Helps to explain the point Keep it simple!
Beginner Motorcycles • My personal favorite: the Suzuki Savage • Light weight (~380lbs) • Adequate power (650cc engine) • Low seat height fits most riders
Posture Eye Contact Audience engagement Audience feedback • Sends a message • Confident or nervous? Why Important?
What’s the right way? Feet Hands Eyes Voice – 150%
Gestures are communication Numbers/Sequencing Emphasis/Focus Illustration/Location Comparison/Contrast
Try It! “There are two problems.” “Global warming is a big problem.” “We want to cut the budget.” “First, I want to talk about a growing problem.” “This is the point I want to emphasize!”
Homework Be ready to give your presentation. Friday 9th May