40 Questions
What should a presenter consider when choosing a topic to present on?
Their existing knowledge and interest in the topic
Why is having a clear goal important for a presenter?
To prevent confusion and aimless presentation
What does it mean to say 'people are egocentric' in the context of presentations?
People tend to prioritize their own interests and perspectives
What advice does the text provide when preparing for a presentation?
Remember that people belong to groups and act on this knowledge
What should presenters consider when tailoring their presentation to the audience?
Audience characteristics, knowledge, attitudes, and biases
What can alleviate presentation stress for presenters experiencing stage fright?
Being prepared
What should novice presenters be mindful of during their presentation?
Body language and nervous 'tells'
What type of delivery should presenters use instead of reading or memorizing the presentation?
Extemporaneous delivery
What aspects should presenters consider regarding their speaking when delivering a presentation?
Volume, articulation, pace, and pronunciation
What is crucial for a successful presentation?
Planning ahead
What should presenters do to make the best of a captive audience?
Engage and tailor the presentation
What should presenters avoid when delivering a presentation?
Reading or memorizing the presentation
What is normal for presenters to experience, but can be alleviated by being prepared?
Stage fright
What should presenters adjust based on the audience?
Language and attitude
What can determine the kind of presentation and interaction?
The setting
What should presenters find out about the audience before the presentation?
What the audience already knows about the topic
What is the recommended limit for the number of bullet points on each slide?
6
How should titles on content slides be formatted?
All words capitalized
What should be included on the title slide in an APA format PowerPoint presentation?
PowerPoint title, author(s), and university/organization
What is the purpose of using illustrations in a PowerPoint presentation?
To relate to the message and clarify the point
How should background colors be chosen for a PowerPoint presentation?
Readability is essential, avoid bright colors on white backgrounds
What is the recommended limit for the number of words in bullet points?
5-6 words
How should the presenter use the media in a PowerPoint presentation?
To enhance the presentation
What is the recommended approach for using animation in a PowerPoint presentation?
Use minimal animation to avoid distractions
How should the color wheel be utilized in a PowerPoint presentation?
Contrasting and adjacent colors should be harmonized
What is the recommended content blend for content slides in a PowerPoint presentation?
A blend of information and images
How should bullet points be used in a PowerPoint presentation?
To cue the presenter
What should be avoided to prevent the audience from reading verbatim from the slides?
Using the 'all word' slide
What is emphasized as important for both prepared and impromptu speaking?
Nonverbal communication, knowing the audience, and having a plan
What does the section on slide design advice highlight as a specific recommendation for creating effective slide decks?
Using high-quality images and applying design principles like CRAP
What does the text caution against in terms of slide design?
Sacrificing readability for style and using all capital letters or italics for emphasis
What does the text stress in terms of layout continuity for slide design?
Consistency in headings, subheadings, logos, margins, fonts, and colors across slides
How many speaking techniques does the text provide?
17
How many common speaking scenarios are outlined in the workplace?
18
What is highlighted as important in the use of colors in slide design?
The impact of different color combinations and the use of white backgrounds in large hall events
What does the text advise against in terms of slide templates?
Using slide templates
What is highlighted as a design principle for creating effective slide decks?
CRAP (Contrast, Repetition, Alignment, Proximity)
What does the text recommend for fonts in slide design?
Using readable fonts and consistent font sizes and styles throughout the presentation
What does the text stress about the use of slide design?
Avoiding 'Death by PowerPoint'
What is stressed as important for both workplace and academic speaking scenarios?
Repetition and storytelling
Study Notes
Public Speaking Tips and Slide Design Advice
- The text provides 17 speaking techniques, including repetition and storytelling, and outlines 18 common speaking scenarios in the workplace and 19 in academic settings.
- It emphasizes that the same rules apply for prepared and impromptu speaking, stressing the importance of nonverbal communication, knowing the audience, and having a plan.
- The section on slide design advice highlights the need to avoid "Death by PowerPoint" and provides specific recommendations for creating effective slide decks, including using high-quality images and applying design principles like CRAP (Contrast, Repetition, Alignment, Proximity).
- It advises against using slide templates and emphasizes the importance of using readable fonts and consistent font sizes and styles throughout the presentation.
- The text cautions against sacrificing readability for style and recommends against using all capital letters or italics for emphasis.
- It provides guidance on the use of colors in slide design, highlighting the impact of different color combinations and the use of white backgrounds in large hall events.
- The text also stresses the importance of layout continuity, suggesting that headings, subheadings, logos, margins, fonts, and colors should be consistent across slides.
Improve your public speaking skills and slide design with this quiz. Learn 17 speaking techniques, nonverbal communication tips, and how to handle various speaking scenarios. Get slide design advice to create effective presentations, including using high-quality images, CRAP design principles, and avoiding common pitfalls like unreadable fonts and excessive use of color.
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