4.1 Oral Presentations
Develop skills for giving effective oral presentations in English.
45 min
1 oppgaver
Presentation structureDelivery tipsVisual aidsManaging nerves
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Giving Presentations
Public speaking is a crucial skill. Whether you're presenting to your class, a job interview, or a future career, being able to speak clearly and confidently matters.
This chapter will help you:
- Structure your presentation
- Engage your audience
- Handle nervousness
- Use visual aids effectively
Presentation Structure
Introduction (10-15%)
- Grab attention (question, story, fact)
- Introduce your topic
- Preview what you'll cover
- Grab attention (question, story, fact)
- Introduce your topic
- Preview what you'll cover
Body (70-80%)
- Main points (usually 3)
- Examples and evidence
- Transitions between points
Conclusion (10-15%)
- Summarize main points
- End with impact
- Invite questions
Delivery Tips
Voice:
- Speak clearly and at a moderate pace
- Vary your tone (don't be monotonous)
- Pause for effect
- Project your voice
Body language:
- Stand confidently
- Make eye contact
- Use gestures naturally
- Don't hide behind your notes
Managing nerves:
- Practice, practice, practice
- Breathe deeply before you start
- Focus on your message, not yourself
- Remember: the audience wants you to succeed
Useful Presentation Language
Opening:
- "Today I'm going to talk about..."
- "Have you ever wondered why...?"
- "Did you know that...?"
- "Today I'm going to talk about..."
- "Have you ever wondered why...?"
- "Did you know that...?"
Transitioning:
- "Moving on to my next point..."
- "This brings me to..."
- "Now let's look at..."
Giving examples:
- "For example..."
- "Let me illustrate this with..."
- "A good example of this is..."
Concluding:
- "To sum up..."
- "In conclusion..."
- "Thank you for listening. Any questions?"
📝Oppgave 1
Prepare and give a 3-5 minute presentation on a topic you're interested in:
a
Choose a topic (hobby, book, film, place, issue, etc.).
b
Create an outline with introduction, 3 main points, and conclusion.
c
Prepare simple visual aids (slides or props).
d
Practice at least 3 times before presenting.