In my eyes, the number one rule for any presentation is to be prepared. If I haven’t practiced my presentation through and through I will get nervous, rush through it as fast as I can, and eventually not get my message through in an effective way. In addition to one being prepared, I think the next thing that really tires me out when viewing a presentation is that 98% of them are all lecture. I wish that some presenters would allow time for more interaction with their audience or include the audience in a learning activity. I know that I always learn more by having the opportunity to get hands on practice, not by listening to someone talk about it for an hour. So, perhaps presenters should also work on developing a group activity, or introduce yourself to the person your sitting next to activity. My students appreciate it when I do.
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I always get nervous when I have to present. I know it's normal, but it seems as though no matter how many times I have presented, I will always be nervous. As the presentation starts, I tend to relax more and I wholeheartedly agree that it goes so much better when you know what you are talking about and have confidence in your content.
These readings were timely since presentations are coming up on Friday! :O)
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