7.4.2 Presentations

• A presentation should always be structured in a linear, chronological order.

  False
• Steps to prepare for a presentation

  1️⃣ Develop key talking points

  2️⃣ Practice and rehearse

  3️⃣ Deliver confidently
• Identifying the purpose and audience helps tailor the presentation's content, language, and delivery.


  True
• What are two key influences on the delivery of a presentation?

  Purpose and audience
• Sequence the structure of a well-organized presentation:

  1️⃣ Introduction

  2️⃣ Main Body

  3️⃣ Conclusion
• What are the two fundamental aspects to consider when preparing a presentation?

  Purpose and audience
• Effective visuals in a presentation include charts, graphs, and images
• Match the purpose of the presentation with its typical audience:

  Inform about a topic ↔️ General public or subject experts

  Persuade action ↔️ Decision-makers or stakeholders

  Explain complex topic ↔️ Non-experts or students

  Showcase research ↔️ Peers or funding bodies
• The purpose of a presentation dictates what you aim to achieve
• Match the aspect of a presentation with its corresponding element:

  Objective ↔️ Inform, persuade, explain

  Content ↔️ Relevant information

  Format ↔️ Structured and easy to follow

  Delivery ↔️ Confident and articulate
• A well-structured presentation helps the audience retain information more effectively.


  True
• What should graphs clearly label to ensure audience understanding?

  Axes and units
• What is the role of the main body in a presentation?

  Organize content coherently
• What does identifying the purpose and audience help you tailor in your presentation?

  Content, language, and delivery
• What should the conclusion of a presentation summarize?

  Key points
• A logical structure helps the audience retain information more effectively.

  True
• Adhering to visual design guidelines improves audience understanding and retention.


  True
• Narratives in a presentation illustrate key points in a relatable way
• Confident and clear delivery ensures maximum impact on the audience.


  True
• Use rhetorical questions and interactive elements to engage the audience
• When designing charts, graphs, and images, it is important to use clear, uncluttered layouts
• The introduction of a presentation should clearly state the purpose, objectives, and scope
• The conclusion of a presentation should summarize key points and provide a clear call to action.


  True
• The introduction of a presentation should clearly state the purpose, objectives, and scope
• Steps to structure the main body of a presentation

  1️⃣ Organize content into a coherent flow

  2️⃣ Build each section upon the previous one

  3️⃣ Summarize key points in the conclusion
• Effective visuals in a presentation clarify complex information and engage the audience
• What are key talking points in a presentation designed to convey?

  Main ideas
• Benefits of rehearsing a presentation

  1️⃣ Familiarize yourself with the content

  2️⃣ Improve the flow and structure

  3️⃣ Refine timing and delivery style

  4️⃣ Reduce anxiety
• What type of gestures should you use to engage your audience during a presentation?

  Open and welcoming