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3. How to present like a pro

1. Do the research and plan

• Choose your topic carefully.

• The structure of the presentation:

A. Introduction

B. Body: key points and supporting material

C. Closing: a summary

• Supporting materials:

examples

quotations

audiovisual media

 

2. Practicing

• Practice your presentation in front of your family or friends, or in front of the mirror.

• Ask for feedback after your practice run. Was the presentation long enough? How was your eye contact? Were all the points clearly made?

 

3. Delivering the presentation

• Smile and make eye contact with the audience.

• Show enthusiasm.

• Speak loudly and clearly but do not shout.

• Speak slowly. Pause every now and then.

• Vary your tone; don’t “read” your script.

• Use simple, straightforward words and phrases.

• If you mention a difficult word, put it on a slide and explain what it means.

• If you use a word or name you are unfamiliar with, look up its pronunciation and practise it.

• Your visual aids should not have too much text or information on them. Use them to highlight ideas and words.

• Do not read your slides as you present.

• Check the spelling on your slides.

• Do not stand behind the computer or turn your back on the audience.

• Don’t step back and forth.

• Don’t chew gum or have your hands in your pockets.

• Ask the audience if they have any questions or comments.

 

4. Stage fright?

• Keep your presentation simple enough so that you know what you’re doing.

• Do research on stress-relieving exercises you can do before your presentation.

• If you make a mistake, don’t worry about it. The audience might not even notice it.

• The audience and the teacher are on your side. They want you to do well.

• Try to do the best you can, but if you’re getting nervous, remind yourself that there are much more important moments in your life to come.

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Book review/presentation

In your review/presentation you might want to address some of the following:

Introduction

• How to introduce your book with an opening statement?

• The title of the book

• The author

• When was it published?

• Has it received any awards or honours?

The book

• What is the book about?

• What is the setting in the book?

• Has the author used specific techniques or descriptions to create the setting?

• Who are the main characters in the book?

• How would you characterize some of the characters?

• How do the characters develop?

• Does the story include a problem or a conflict? How is it resolved?

• How does the author develop the book’s story line?

• What is the theme of the book?

• Does the author use any symbolism?

• Is there a lesson the author is trying to get across?

Personal opinion

• Did you like the book? Why or why not?

• What was the best thing about it? Why?

• What was the worst thing about it? Why?

• Would you recommend it? To whom would you recommend it? Why?

• What could have made it better?

Conclusion

• In your conclusion emphasize the most important information you want the reader to know.

 

 

Artwork analysis

Use these questions to help you write a review on a work of art.

Describing the artwork

• Who created the artwork?

• What kind of artwork is it?

• Which medium is used?

• What is the name of the artwork?

• When and where was it created?

• Were there any major events in history during the time that seem to have affected the artwork?

• What can you see in the composition (people, animals, shapes, scenery, etc)?

• How would you describe the use of different art elements (line, shape, form, space, texture, colour, pattern, etc)?

Analysis

• How did the artist use the elements to create balance, harmony, contrast, variety, emphasis, rhythm and/or movement in this work of art?

Interpretation

• What do you think the artist was trying to say through this artwork?

• What feelings do you have when looking at it?

Evaluation

• Do you like this artwork? Why?

• Is it “good” or “bad”? Why?

• Is it an important work? Who do you think it would be important to? Why?

• Would you like to have this artwork in your home? Should it be in a museum?

 

 

Movie review

Notes to write down about the movie you have watched:

• What is this story about?

• Who is the target group of the movie?

• What is the opening scene of the movie?

• Who are the most important characters in the film? Who are the actors playing these characters?

• Who is your favourite / least favourite character in the movie? Why?

• Which character do you admire/hate/love/pity the most?

• What is the key moment in the story?

• Was there something you don’t understand about the film? What is that?

• What is the tone or mood of the story?

• What do you like best/least about the movie? Why?

• Did anything that happened in this movie remind you of something that has occurred in your own life?

• How do the sets/costumes/props contribute to the story?

• How do you like the music in the movie?

• Is there anything you would like to comment on as for the direction and editing of the movie?

• Did you like this movie? Why or why not?

• Does the movie try to teach the viewer a lesson?

• What rating would you give this movie?

Movie review template

Headline: Include the title of the movie and the name of the director.

Introduction

• Introduce the movie. Help the reader understand what type of movie you are talking about.

The movie

• Summarize the plot and the setting.

• Who are the main characters?

• What is the story about?

• Write about the actors and discuss who did a good job and who didn’t.

Personal opinion

• Talk about what you liked about the movie and what you didn’t like. Be sure to include specific details and scenes.

• What lessons did you learn from this story?

Conclusion

• Who would like this movie?

• Who would you recommend it to?

• Who would you not recommend it to?

• What is your final word on the film?

• Give the movie a score.

Note: Don’t forget that movie titles are underlined or in italics!

 

 

Music review

While listening to your chosen song/album, use these ideas below to help you write your music review.

Introduction

• Name of the artist/band

• Name of the song/album

• Record label

• Genre/Type of music

Background information

• The musicians and their instruments

• Basic (and brief) history of the band

• Previously released albums

• This song/album compared to others by the same artist/band

Personal favourites and non-favourites

• A great song on this album:

• the title

• sample lyrics

• why you like it

• A not-so-great song on this album:

• the title

• sample lyrics

• why you don’t like it

Impressions and opinions:

• Your overall opinion of the song/album? Give reasons.

• Is this song/album unique? In what way?

• Is there any personal experience or memory that this song/album brings to mind?

Final rating

• Would you recommend this song/album to someone? Who?

• Rate the song/album.

• Final comments.