Oral Presentations in the Composition Course
First Edition ©2006 Matthew Duncan; Gustav W Friedrich Formats: Print
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Authors
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Matthew Duncan
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Gustav W. Friedrich
Table of Contents
1. Choosing a Topic
Brainstorming
Consulting with Others
Researching Ideas
Making a Choice
2. Determining Your Purpose
Informative Presentations
Description
Demonstration
Definition
Explanation
Persuasive Presentations
Propositions of Fact
Propositions of Value
Concerns about a Problem
Propositions of Policy
A Final Word
3. Analyzing Your Audience
Types of Audiences
The Selected Audience and the Concerted Audience
Audience Attitudes
Communication Barriers
4. Adapting Your Ideas and Evidence
Listening and Learning
Choosing Forms of Support
Choosing Forms of Proof
5. Organizing Your Presentation
Creating an Outline
Choosing an Organizational Pattern
6. Developing Effective Introductions, Transitions, and Conclusions
The Introduction
Language Choices
Transitions
The Conclusion
7. Using Visual Aids
Choosing Effective Visuals
Choosing a Mode of Delivery
Designing Visual Aids
Avoiding Technical Problems
8. Practicing, Polishing, and Delivering the Presentation
Modes of Speaking
Voice and Body Language
Dealing with Stage Fright
Polishing the Presentation
9. Presenting as a Group
Dividing the Work
Transitioning Between Speakers
Acknowledging Non-Speaking Group Members
10. Evaluating Presentations
Checklist for Evaluating a Presentation
Thinking Critically about Your Own Presentation
Product Updates
Authors
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Matthew Duncan
-
Gustav W. Friedrich
Table of Contents
1. Choosing a Topic
Brainstorming
Consulting with Others
Researching Ideas
Making a Choice
2. Determining Your Purpose
Informative Presentations
Description
Demonstration
Definition
Explanation
Persuasive Presentations
Propositions of Fact
Propositions of Value
Concerns about a Problem
Propositions of Policy
A Final Word
3. Analyzing Your Audience
Types of Audiences
The Selected Audience and the Concerted Audience
Audience Attitudes
Communication Barriers
4. Adapting Your Ideas and Evidence
Listening and Learning
Choosing Forms of Support
Choosing Forms of Proof
5. Organizing Your Presentation
Creating an Outline
Choosing an Organizational Pattern
6. Developing Effective Introductions, Transitions, and Conclusions
The Introduction
Language Choices
Transitions
The Conclusion
7. Using Visual Aids
Choosing Effective Visuals
Choosing a Mode of Delivery
Designing Visual Aids
Avoiding Technical Problems
8. Practicing, Polishing, and Delivering the Presentation
Modes of Speaking
Voice and Body Language
Dealing with Stage Fright
Polishing the Presentation
9. Presenting as a Group
Dividing the Work
Transitioning Between Speakers
Acknowledging Non-Speaking Group Members
10. Evaluating Presentations
Checklist for Evaluating a Presentation
Thinking Critically about Your Own Presentation
Product Updates
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Oral Presentations in the Composition Course
The ideal supplement for any writing class that includes an oral component, Oral Presentations in the Composition Course: A Brief Guide offers students the advice they need to plan, prepare, and present their work effectively. With sections on analyzing audiences, choosing effective language, using visual aids, collaborating on group presentations, and dealing with the fear of public speaking, this booklet offers help for students’ most common challenges in developing oral presentations.
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