Presentation skills ready to go!

In the first lesson of the second semester, we learnt how to become a good presenter and the reasons why we should be careful in terms of delivering our knowledge - in the form of communication called "presentation". Although I had been doing many, many, many presentations, I cannot think of even one presentation that I think covered most of the criteria. Honestly writing, chill ran down my back when I heard about what a good presenter is like, as it was way far from how I present every time.

We first learned about 4 steps we must go over; planning, content, structure, and design. How I talk in front of the audiences is important. However, I found this process extremely important, as well as this holds the key whether my presentation will be effective for the audiences or not.  When we present our research theme, I thought it would be better if we could go over the steps in class to make sure I am doing them all fine. "No notes" also surprised me very much. I used to think that the notes will allow me to give a high-quality presentation. However, by hearing Mr.Paterson say that presentations are like conversations, I felt that if I am the audience I would feel it comfortable if every presentation were done that way. 

Regarding the postures, there was a rule. 95% natural, 4%descriptive, and 1% Empathic. This is the percentage of postures I should make in a single presentation. Neutral is opening hands, feet shoulder wide open, good choice of tone and body language. Mr.Paterson told us that natural gestures show that you trust the audience, which will allow the audiences to open themselves to you too. Descriptive is mainly numbering using your hands and arrowing at the presentation slide if needed. Empathic movements include everything else. According to the size of the audience, we must be flexible with the volume and gestures. 

It was very refreshing but surprising at the same time since I had never learned how to present properly. Until this term's assessment presentation, I would like to practice, of course on my own, but also in other subjects too.