Presentation skills

Question 1

Factors that must be considered before making the presentation

Answer 1

• List the objectives and main points
• Capture main points in opening statement
• Relevant and accurate info
• Research the content of the presentation.
• Prepare a rough draft of the presentation

Question 2

Factors that must be considered during a presentation

Answer 2

• Make eye contact
• Be audible
• Avoid being monotonous
• Add appropriate humour
• Use visual aids
• Put important information first
• Summarise in conclusion.

Question 3

Factors that must be considered after making the presentation - professional handling of feedback

Answer 3

• understand each question/what is being asked.
• Rephrase questions if uncertain, before responding.
• Listen carefully to each question and think carefully before responding.
• Address questions and not the person.
• Acknowledge good questions.
• Remain professional
• Do not get involved in a debate

Question 4

Areas for improvement of the next/a future presentation

Answer 4

• Revise objectives that were not achieved.
• Use humour appropriately.
• Always keep information relevant.
• Reflect on any problems
• Any feedback should be analysed and used
• Reflect on the length
• Increase/Decrease the use of visual aids
• Reflect on the logical flow of the format

Question 5

Name Examples of non-verbal presentations

Answer 5

 Tables
 Graphs
 Diagrams
 Illustrations
 Written/Business reports
 Flip charts
 Handouts
 Slide shows

Question 6

Factors to be considered when designing a multimedia presentation

Answer 6

 Start with the text.
 Select the background.
 Choose images/graphics that may help to communicate the message.
 Add special effects, like sound and animation
 Use legible font and font size
 Keep slides/images/graphs/font simple.
 Make sure there are no spelling errors.
 Use bright colours to increase visibility.
 Limit the information on each slide.