Discuss Chapter 9: How can we create an effective virtual presentation? (Deadlines on Thursday & Sunday)

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Overview

This week we will be discussing communication in regards to the importance of presentations in the workplace. Let's start by watching this short video:

Worst Presentation Ever.avi - YouTubeLinks to an external site.

Purpose

Presenting to an online audience has unique challenges. Let's use this discussion and the following presentations to compare and contrast the "dos and don'ts" of presenting to help you prepare for your audio PowerPoint presentations due this week. They will help you determine how you can effectively present to a virtual audience.

Task

Watch the following Ted Talks. Before you start, look at the "Tips for Success" list toward the bottom of this assignment. Pay attention to these specifics and take some notes as you watch the presentations.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Gj8IA6xOpSkLinks to an external site.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b5ZESpOAolULinks to an external site.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=arj7oStGLkULinks to an external site.

Please be prepared to discuss the following items:

For all speakers, did you find yourself engaged in the presentations, or did you find yourself getting distracted? Why? Be sure to identify which presentations you are referring to.

Identify some techniques that worked and/or didn't work. Be sure to identify which presentations you are referring to.

Relate the videos to the textbook information about planning and researching presentations. For example, consider the organization of the presentations, were there visual aids used, was the closing of the presentations strong? Be sure to identify which presentations you are referring to.

Talk about how you can apply these techniques to any presentation you may need to do in the workplace.

Post must be a minimum of 250 words.

Please include links to your information when appropriate.

After your initial post, respond to two other students by Sunday

Tips for Success

Here are some items to consider while watching the presentations:

Eye contact

Audience

Timing

Volume/tone/pace

Video background

Hand gestures

Facial expressions

Passion

Conversation

Attire

Positive tone

Authenticity

Confidence

Position/ location of camera

Power posing