1) Factors considered when preparing a presentation

• Key concepts

  • Presentation - the act of communicating information/ data to an audience/ stakeholders in an organisation.
  • Data response - interpretation and analysis of information provided.
  • Feedback - information about a presentation by an audience that is used as a basis for improvement.
• Key concepts

  • Verbal presentations - a method of conveying a message using spoken words.
  • Non-verbal presentation - presentation of information to an audience without using spoken words.
  • Visual aids - charts/ pictures that help to clarify a point/ enhance a presentation.
• Key concepts

  • Multimedia presentation - infusion of sound and video into a presentation.
  • Poster - refers to a large sheet of paper/ cardboard promoting certain products/ services posted on public street poles inside a venue.
  • Interactive whiteboards - electronic whiteboard on which images from a computer screen can be displayed and changed by the presenter.
• Factors that must be considered by the presenter before presenting

  • Include visual aids that will enhance your presentation.
  • Prepare/ print hand-outs that you may wish to share with your audience.
  • Ensure that your main aim of the presentation is captured in your opening statement.
• Factors that must be considered by the presenter while presenting

  Consider the following factors during the presentation:

  • Do not rush or talk too slowly.
  • Be audible to all listeners/ audience.
  • Maintain eye contact with the audience.
• Ways in which the presenter can handle feedback in a non-aggressive and professional manner

  • Keep answers short and to the point.
  • He/ she should first listen and then respond.
  • Always address the questions and not the person.