Group presentation preparations (MLO 1, 2, 3)
Group presentation techniques
– Role allocation
– Opening
– Timing
– Engagement
Role allocation
Group presentations share the same structure as individual presentations. The major difference is the preparation required to determine what and how much content each team member is responsible for
delivering.
Opening
How you initialize the presentation is crucial for first impressions. By providing a clear and confident
introduction to the subject, you start with a strong presence and control over the situation.
Things to keep in mind:
– Who you are.
– The topic of discussion.
– Overview of the presentation.
Timing
The exact timing of the presentation varies from person to person. Some interviewers expect precise
timing down to the second, while others may allow a minute or two extra.
However you should always ensure you don’t appear to run out of time, subsequently having to rush through or even skip over slides or topics.
Engagement
Depending on the type of presentation given, the levels of engagement with the audience will vary.
However it is always good practice to keep some level of interaction with the audience, to ensure that they are still awake and absorbing the information.
This also provides an opportunity to test the audiences understanding of the topics covered during the presentation.
Essential Group Presentation Tips
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How to introduce the next speaker in a group presentation
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How NOT to Mess Up a Group Presentation
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Delivering a Successful Team Presentation
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Learning Activity 1
• Learners to:
– Work in your assignment 2 groups to prepare a short (~5 minute) group presentation on a topic decided by the group. Alternatively the group can prepare for the assignment 2 delivery (30 minutes).
– Practice in your groups, various timings and deliveries for the group presentation. Discuss among your group how each individual member of the team performed, commenting on the timing, approach and delivery of the topic and areas for improvement (120 minutes).