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Presentation Structure

The document outlines the structure and key components of an effective presentation, including the introduction, body, and conclusion. It emphasizes the importance of engaging the audience with a hook, clearly stating the topic, and providing an overview of main points. The document also discusses the use of transitions and outlines to enhance organization and clarity in presentations.

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Presentation Structure

The document outlines the structure and key components of an effective presentation, including the introduction, body, and conclusion. It emphasizes the importance of engaging the audience with a hook, clearly stating the topic, and providing an overview of main points. The document also discusses the use of transitions and outlines to enhance organization and clarity in presentations.

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Presentation Structure –
Introduction, Body, Conclusion
Outline
BASIC STRUCTURE p. 14-15

Introduction – hook, topic and


purpose, overview
Body – main points with details
Conclusion – restate topic, summary,
be memorable
The INTRODUCTION p. 15

 Greet the Audience


 Hook the Audience
 State your Topic
 Explain your Reason
 Give an Overview
Greet the Audience (p.16)

 Greet the audience and introduce


yourself (introducing your major is not
necessary unless it relates to your
topic).
EFFECTIVE OPENINGS

 Firstimpressions are VERY


IMPORTANT!
 You NEVER get a second chance to
make a first impression.
 The first 1 MINUTE of any
presentation is the MOST IMPORTANT!
 Every presentation needs a HOOK!
Hook the Audience (p.18)
HOOKED!
Hook the Audience
(p.18)

Use a HOOK to get the attention of the


audience.
WAYS TO GIVE A HOOK (p.18)
1. Give the audience a problem to think
about.
2. Give the audience an interesting/surprising
fact.
3. Show the audience a picture.
4. Start with a quiz.
5. Start with a quote.
6. Give the audience a personal story
(anecdote).
7. Start with a rhetorical question.
STATE YOUR TOPIC (p.21)

State the topic of your presentation


clearly at the beginning.
EXAMPLES…

 This
afternoon we’ll share with you the
secrets that made Starbucks one of the
most successful businesses.
 Today
we’re going to be explaining what
made Genghis Khan such an amazing
conqueror.
 Thismorning we’ll be showing you 3 of
the greatest tourist attractions in
Bangkok, Thailand.
Explain the Reason (p.21)

 Why you are giving the presentation?


 Whatis the purpose and why should the
audience care?
 Thispart should also be clear and to the
point.
GIVE A FANTASTIC REASON

GOOD: “After we finish, you’ll know more


about Bangkok.”
GREAT: “When we’re done, I’m sure that
you’re going to want to visit Bangkok.”
FANTASTIC: “When this presentation is
over, you’ll understand why these 3
places are so special to tourists as well as
the local people of Bangkok.”
Give an Overview

 The overview is a map of your


presentation.
 Ittells your audience what specific
points you are going to make.
 These are usually divided into three to
five main ideas.
OVERVIEW:
“Inthis presentation, we’re going to be
highlighting the 3 greatest places to visit in
Bangkok, Thailand.
First of all, we’ll tell you where these places
are located and transportation options.
Secondly, we’re going to share the history
about how these places became so popular.
Finally, we’ll describe the special activities
you can do at these 3 locations.”
Let’s look at page
22!

Read the Example Introduction


and answer the questions.
Example Introduction
p.22

1. Five steps used correctly (p.15)?


2. Type of hook (p.18)?
3. Topic?
4. Why presenting about this topic?
5. What are the 3 points?
The Body (p.24)

The body of a presentation should


contain 3 to 5 main points.

Include lots of details


Transitions (p. 25)

Tells the audience when you have finished


discussing one point and are ready to
move on to the next point.
Transitions (p. 25)

Easy to follow point-by-point


Clear communication
Easy to understand
Transition Words (p. 26)

Use transition words to move between


supporting ideas within one main point
of your presentation.
First, Second, Third…
Transition Sentences (p. 27)

Use transition sentences when moving


between large supporting ideas such as
main points A, B, and C.
Transition Sentences (p. 27)

There are 2 transition types you can


use:
(1) PAST – FUTURE
(2) PAST – RHETORICAL QUESTION
Rhetorical question – a question
that does not need an answer
EXAMPLE 1: PAST – FUTURE

I have explained how Korea’s


geographical location makes it an
important place in the world.
Now, I will discuss how Korea’s
economy makes it a vital economic
component in today’s global business
world.
EXAMPLE 2: PAST – RHETORICAL
QUESTION

I looked at the large role Korea’s


economy plays in our ever-growing
globalized world.
However, how has Korea’s cutting
edge technology made it an important
focal point for scientific research and
development?
Exercise: Transition Sentences (p.28)

1. Food in Paris Sights in Paris


Past: I have explained the foods you can
enjoy in Paris.
Future: Now, let’s look at the sights you
can visit.
Question: Next, do you know any sights in
Paris?
Exercise: Transition Sentences (p.28)

Choose 3 numbers and practice


writing transition sentences.
1 - past sentence
1 - future sentence
1 - rhetorical question
Exercise: Transition Sentences (p.28)

2. I have shown you how to clean your


computer. Next, I’ll show you how to clean
the monitor. (Next, do you know how to
clean the monitor?)
3. I have explained the ingredients of
kimchi. Next, I will teach you how to make
kimchi. (Next, do you know how to make
kimchi?)
Exercise: Transition Sentences (p.28)
4. I have described Park Jung-hee’s
character. Next, I will explain his domestic
policies. (Next, do you know his domestic
policies?)
5. I have explained the health benefits of
drinking. Next, I will tell you about the
social advantages of drinking. (Next, do
you know any social advantages of
drinking?)
Outlines (p.29)

Why use an outline?


 Planning
 Organizing ideas
 Easy to see presentation contents
 Easyto see areas that need
improvement
Outlines

Your outline is on icampus.


CONCLUSION – Mistakes to Avoid (p. 33)

Avoid Tacking on a Conclusion – Make a


smooth transition from body to conclusion
Avoid Mechanical Ending – Do not restate
overview (intro) word for word
Avoid Introducing New Points – Sum up
main points already talked about
Avoid Changing Stance/Position – Do not
change your opinion
CONCLUSION – Parts to Include (p.
34)
Make a transition – “ In conclusion”, or
“In summary”
Restate overview using different words
Remind the audience of important
points
Conclude memorably – one of 4 ways
Wrap up well – Thank the audience and
ask for questions
CONCLUDE MEMORABLY (P.35)

Make a Suggestion – Advise audience to


do something.
Make a Prediction – What will happen in
the future?
Make a Call to Action – A strong
statement to get audience to act.
Give a Warning – What problem will occur
if we do not act?
Example Conclusion (p.38)

Read the conclusion and then answer the


questions.
DIVIDING YOUR PRESENTATION

Divide speaking time evenly.


For example…
1st person – introduction and points 1, 2
2nd person – points 3, 4 and conclusion
The same person cannot do the
introduction and the conclusion.
Important Dates

 Presentation
order decided Saturday,
December 28th
 Outlines are due Saturday, December 28th
(in-class submission)
 Presentations are Monday, December 30th

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