Presentations: Speaking so that People Listen
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Presentations: Speaking so that People Listen
This course is part of Learn English: Advanced Academic Speaking and Listening Specialization
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Do you have to give presentations in school or at your work? Is it nerve-racking? Then you've come to the right place. Everyone gets a little nervous when they think about having to stand in front of other people and speak intelligently. This course will give you helpful tips for making effective speeches and delivering them well in typical American settings. You'll learn how to organize a presentation, how to make it memorable, and how to communicate clearly. In the course, you'll have several opportunities to demonstrate the presentation skills that you learn. This will help you gain the experience you need to be more confident when you give a speech in an American classroom or on the job. Learners will record several videos of themselves giving assigned presentations and upload the videos for peer feedback.
Please note that the free version of this class gives you access to all of the instructional videos and handouts. The peer feedback and quizzes are only available in the paid version.
This is the second course in the Learn English: Advanced Speaking and Listening specialization. In this class, you will learn about giving an effective speech for an American classroom or organization. Learning the skills that effective speakers depend on will give you confidence in speaking in formal situations like classroom presentations. In this first week, you will learn about different types of presentations and start learning about presentation structure.
What's included
7 videos6 readings5 assignments4 peer reviews1 discussion prompt
7 videosβ’Total 28 minutes
- Course Introductionβ’1 minute
- Meet Your Teacherβ’1 minute
- Hooks Lectureβ’7 minutes
- Module Introductionβ’0 minutes
- Types of Presentations Lectureβ’8 minutes
- Presentation Structure Lectureβ’4 minutes
- Presentation Introductions Lectureβ’7 minutes
6 readingsβ’Total 60 minutes
- Important Messagesβ’10 minutes
- Lecture Objectivesβ’5 minutes
- Lecture Objectivesβ’5 minutes
- Lecture Objectivesβ’5 minutes
- Lecture Objectivesβ’5 minutes
- Introductions Practiceβ’30 minutes
5 assignmentsβ’Total 118 minutes
- Graded Quizβ’20 minutes
- Hooks Practice Quizβ’30 minutes
- Types of Presentations Practice Quizβ’8 minutes
- Presentation Structure Practice Activityβ’30 minutes
- Presentation Introductions Practice Quizβ’30 minutes
4 peer reviewsβ’Total 170 minutes
- Introductions Assignmentβ’60 minutes
- Introduce Yourselfβ’20 minutes
- Thinking of Hooks Practiceβ’30 minutes
- Evaluate the Structure of a Presentationβ’60 minutes
1 discussion promptβ’Total 10 minutes
- How to Make a Videoβ’10 minutes
This week, we'll focus on the body of your presentation. This is where the important information is found, so it's important to present it effectively. Again, this week, you'll get a chance to practice the skills you learn and record yourself making a speech.
What's included
5 videos5 readings6 assignments1 peer review
5 videosβ’Total 30 minutes
- Module Introductionβ’1 minute
- Developing and Organizing Ideas Lectureβ’8 minutes
- Presentation Details Lectureβ’8 minutes
- Presentation Conclusions Lectureβ’6 minutes
- Questions in a Presentation Lectureβ’8 minutes
5 readingsβ’Total 50 minutes
- Lecture Objectivesβ’5 minutes
- Lecture Objectivesβ’5 minutes
- Presentation Details Practiceβ’30 minutes
- Lecture Objectivesβ’5 minutes
- Lecture Objectivesβ’5 minutes
6 assignmentsβ’Total 170 minutes
- Graded Quizβ’20 minutes
- Developing and Organizing Ideas Practice Quizβ’30 minutes
- Listening to Presentations Practice Quizβ’30 minutes
- Presentation Details Practice Quizβ’30 minutes
- Conclusions Practice Quizβ’30 minutes
- Handling Questions Practice Quizβ’30 minutes
1 peer reviewβ’Total 60 minutes
- First Speech Assignmentβ’60 minutes
This week, you will learn some other tips for giving a good presentation in an American classroom business setting. You'll learn what to do before the presentation as well as during the presentation in order to be successful. Once again, you'll be able to demonstrate your skills and submit a video of your own presentation.
What's included
5 videos6 readings5 assignments2 peer reviews
5 videosβ’Total 26 minutes
- Module Introductionβ’1 minute
- Rehearse Before You Present Lectureβ’6 minutes
- Verbal Delivery Lectureβ’6 minutes
- Non-Verbal Delivery Lectureβ’8 minutes
- Stage Fright Lectureβ’6 minutes
6 readingsβ’Total 60 minutes
- Lecture Objectivesβ’5 minutes
- Lecture Objectivesβ’5 minutes
- Lecture Objectivesβ’5 minutes
- Non-Verbal Practiceβ’20 minutes
- Lecture Objectivesβ’5 minutes
- Stage Fright Reviewβ’20 minutes
5 assignmentsβ’Total 150 minutes
- Graded Quizβ’30 minutes
- Rehearsing Practice Quizβ’30 minutes
- Verbal Delivery Practice Quizβ’30 minutes
- Verbal and Non-Verbal Blunders Practiceβ’30 minutes
- Stage Fright Practice Quizβ’30 minutes
2 peer reviewsβ’Total 90 minutes
- Second Speech Assignmentβ’60 minutes
- Verbal Delivery Practiceβ’30 minutes
Even if you write a great speech, there are more things to think about to ensure you have a great presentation. This week you'll learn about other ways to ensure you give a great speech. You'll have one more opportunity to give a speech and share the video of it for feedback from your peers.
What's included
5 videos7 readings6 assignments1 peer review
5 videosβ’Total 27 minutes
- Module Introductionβ’0 minutes
- PowerPoint Tips Lectureβ’7 minutes
- Co-Presenting Lectureβ’7 minutes
- Poster Tips Lectureβ’7 minutes
- Handouts Lectureβ’5 minutes
7 readingsβ’Total 82 minutes
- Lecture Objectivesβ’5 minutes
- PowerPoint Tips Practiceβ’40 minutes
- Co-Presenting Tips Lectureβ’5 minutes
- Co-Presenting Practiceβ’20 minutes
- Lecture Objectivesβ’5 minutes
- Lecture Objectivesβ’5 minutes
- Learn Moreβ’2 minutes
6 assignmentsβ’Total 158 minutes
- Graded Quizβ’30 minutes
- PowerPoint Tips Practice Quizβ’30 minutes
- Co-Presenting Practice Quizβ’30 minutes
- Poster Tips Practice Quizβ’30 minutes
- Handouts Practice Quizβ’30 minutes
- Handouts Practice Activityβ’8 minutes
1 peer reviewβ’Total 120 minutes
- Final Presentation Assignmentβ’120 minutes
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Reviewed on Sep 27, 2018
It's very helpful course especially for those that has doubt public speaking
Reviewed on May 27, 2022
THIS COURSE HELP ME A LOT, IT WAS SUPER BENEFICAL FOR ME TO IMPROVE MY PRESENTATIONSTHANKS A LOT COURSERA
Reviewed on Mar 22, 2020
Amazing class. recommend it for everyone who wants to improve his presentation skills
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