AI programs for preparing presentations

1. Canva (canva.com):
 Canva offers a user-friendly platform with AI-powered design tools. It provides
templates for presentations, infographics, and social media posts. The free version
has a wide range of design elements.
2. Venngage (venngage.com):
 Venngage specializes in infographics and data visualization. It offers free
templates and AI-driven design suggestions to create engaging visuals for
presentations.
3. Visme (visme.co):
 Visme is a versatile tool for creating presentations, infographics, and other visual
content. While it offers a free plan, some advanced features may require a
premium subscription.
4. Zoho Show (show.zoho.com):
 Zoho Show is a cloud-based presentation software that includes AI-powered
features for design enhancement. It offers a free plan with collaboration options.
5. Lumen5 (lumen5.com):
 Lumen5 is an AI-powered video creation platform. It can convert text content into
video presentations with images and animations. They offer a free plan with
limitations.
6. Crello (crello.com):
 Crello provides templates and design tools for creating presentations, social media
posts, and more. It has a free plan with basic features.
7. Powtoon (powtoon.com):
 Powtoon is a tool for creating animated presentations and videos. It offers a free
plan with limited export options.
8. Prezi (prezi.com):
 Prezi is known for its dynamic, zoomable presentations. It offers a free plan with
basic features and templates.
9. Glide AI (glideapps.com):
 Glide AI is a tool for creating web and mobile apps from Google Sheets. While
it's not a traditional presentation tool, it can be used to create interactive
presentations. It has a free plan.
10. Replika AI (replika.ai):
 Replika AI is a conversational AI that can help you brainstorm and generate
content for your presentations through text-based conversations. It can be a useful
tool for generating ideas.
AI programs and apps that can help individuals practice speaking English as a second language.
These tools provide language learning exercises, pronunciation practice, and conversation
simulations. Here are some options:

1. Duolingo (duolingo.com):
 Duolingo offers a variety of language courses, including English. It includes
speaking exercises where you can practice pronunciation and speaking skills. The
basic features are free.
2. HelloTalk (hellotalk.com):
 HelloTalk is a language exchange app that connects language learners with native
speakers. You can have text and voice conversations with native English speakers
to practice speaking.
3. Tandem (tandem.net):
 Similar to HelloTalk, Tandem connects language learners with native speakers for
language exchange. You can have voice and video calls to practice speaking
skills.
4. Rosetta Stone (rosettastone.com):
 Rosetta Stone offers language learning courses, including English. It has a
"speech recognition" feature that helps learners practice pronunciation. While it's
not entirely free, there is a limited free trial period.
5. BBC Learning English (bbc.co.uk/learningenglish):
 BBC Learning English offers various resources for English learners, including
audio and video content to practice listening and speaking skills.
6. ELSA Speak (elsaspeak.com):
 ELSA Speak is an AI-powered English pronunciation app. While it offers a
premium version, there is a free version that provides basic pronunciation
exercises.
7. Speechling (speechling.com):
 Speechling offers free pronunciation practice with native speakers. You can
submit recordings and receive feedback to improve your speaking skills.
8. Cambly (cambly.com):
 Cambly connects English learners with native-speaking tutors for real-time
conversation practice. While it offers a paid tutoring service, you can access a
limited free trial.
9. Google Assistant:
 You can use voice recognition features on devices with Google Assistant to
practice pronunciation and engage in voice-activated English language exercises.
10. YouTube:
 YouTube hosts numerous English language learning channels and videos,
including pronunciation guides and speaking exercises.
Presentation language
1. Introduction:

"Good morning/afternoon, everyone."

"My name is [Name], and today I'm going to talk about..."
"I'm here to discuss..."
"The purpose of my presentation is..."
2. Outlining the Presentation:

"I'll start by giving you an overview of..."

"I've divided my presentation into [number] parts/sections."
"First, let's begin with..."
"Moving on to the next point..."
"In the final section, I'll discuss..."
3. Signposting and Transitioning:

"Now, let's shift our focus to..."

"Let me elaborate on that."
"To illustrate this point..."
"As I mentioned earlier..."
"In summary..."
4. Providing Examples:

"For instance..."
"A good example of this is..."
"To give you a clearer picture..."
"Let me illustrate with an example."
"Here's a case in point."
5. Describing Visuals:

"If you look at this graph/chart/table..."

"As you can see from this slide..."
"This diagram represents..."
"I'd like to draw your attention to..."
"Notice the trend shown here."
6. Emphasizing Key Points:

"The most important thing to remember is..."

"It's crucial to understand that..."
"The key takeaway from this is..."
"What's significant here is..."
"This point cannot be overstated."
7. Asking for Questions:

"Now, I'd be happy to take any questions you may have."

"Does anyone have any questions or comments?"
"I welcome your feedback and inquiries."
"Feel free to ask anything you'd like to know."
"I'm open to discussing any aspect of my presentation."
8. Handling Questions:

"That's an excellent question."

"I'm glad you asked that."
"Let me clarify that point for you."
"To answer your question..."
"I'm not entirely sure, but I can look into it."
9. Concluding the Presentation:

"In conclusion..."
"To sum up..."
"To wrap things up..."
"To recap..."
"Thank you for your attention."
10. Expressing Gratitude:

"I appreciate your time and attention."

"Thank you all for being a wonderful audience."
"I'm grateful for the opportunity to present."
"Thanks for your participation and questions."
"I'd like to extend my thanks to my colleagues/teachers for their support."
Presenting slides in a presentation:

Give/do/deliver a presentation
Prepare a presentation
Design the slides

1. Starting Your Presentation:

"Let's begin/start with the first slide."

"I'd like to kick things off with..."
"To get started, please turn your attention to the screen."
2. Introducing the Title Slide:

"Here's the title slide, which gives an overview of our presentation."

"The first slide provides the main topic of our discussion."
3. Transitioning to the Next Slide:

"Moving on to the next slide..."

"Now, let's proceed to the next point..."
"Let's shift our focus to the following slide..."
4. Highlighting Key Points:

"I'd like to draw your attention to this important point."

"This slide contains some key takeaways."
"Here, we have a summary of the main ideas."
5. Providing Context:
"Before we delve into this slide, let me provide some context."
"This slide builds on what we discussed earlier."
"To better understand this, let's consider the background."
6. Emphasizing Data or Statistics:

"Here, you can see the data that supports our findings."
"This chart/graph illustrates the trends we've observed."
"Pay attention to these statistics; they're quite significant."
7. Inviting Questions:

"I'll pause here for any questions you may have about this slide."
"Feel free to ask any clarifying questions at this point."
"Is there anything that's not clear on this slide?"
8. Summarizing Slides:

"To sum up what we've seen on this slide..."

"In brief, this slide demonstrates..."
"In a nutshell, this information shows..."
9. Concluding a Section:

"That concludes this section of the presentation."

"We've covered all the key points in this segment."
"Now that we've discussed this topic, let's move on."
10. Transitioning to the Next Topic:

"Let's transition to the next part of our presentation."

"Now, I'd like to shift our focus to a different aspect."
"Moving forward, we'll explore another important area."
11. Recapping:

"Before we move on, let's quickly recap what we've covered."

"To summarize our discussion up to this point..."
"In short, we've looked at..."
12. Closing the Presentation:

"In conclusion, I'd like to wrap up our presentation."

"To conclude our talk, let's summarize the key takeaways."
"Thank you for your attention. That marks the end of our presentation."

Language expressions for different genres of writing and speaking:

1. Argumentative Language Expressions:

Introducing an Argument:

"One key argument in favor of..."

"It is evident that..."
"I strongly believe that..."
Supporting an Argument:

"This is supported by the fact that..."

"Furthermore, it is important to note that..."
"A compelling piece of evidence is..."
Counterargument:
"However, opponents may argue that..."
"On the other hand, some contend that..."
"It is worth considering the counterpoint that..."
Providing Examples:

"For instance,..."
"To illustrate this point,..."
"A case in point is..."
Emphasizing Importance:

"It is crucial to recognize that..."

"This is of paramount significance because..."
"It cannot be overstated that..."
Concluding an Argument:

"In conclusion, it is clear that..."

"To sum up, the evidence strongly supports..."
"Taking all factors into account,..."
2. Comparative and Contrastive Language Expressions:

Comparing Similarities:

"Similarly, both..."
"In the same vein, they both..."
"Likewise,..."
Comparing Differences:

"In contrast,..."
"On the contrary,..."
"Conversely,..."
Highlighting Similarities and Differences:

"While [X] shares some similarities with [Y], there are notable differences."
"Both [X] and [Y] exhibit certain characteristics; however, their disparities become apparent
when..."
Using Comparative Phrases:

"More/less than..."
"On a similar note..."
"In comparison to..."
3. Descriptive Language Expressions:

Describing a Situation or Scene:

"The scene was characterized by..."

"In this context, it is important to paint a picture of..."
Describing Characteristics:

"One of the defining features of..."

"It can be described as..."
"Characteristic traits include..."
Describing a Process or Sequence:

"The process begins with..."

"Subsequently,..."
"Following this step,..."
4. Persuasive Language Expressions:
Making a Persuasive Point:

"I urge you to consider..."

"It is in our best interest to..."
"I would like to stress the importance of..."
Using Rhetorical Devices:

"Imagine a world where..."

"Let us envision a future where..."
"Consider the impact on future generations."
Appealing to Emotions:

"This issue deeply affects individuals and families."

"Think about the emotional toll..."
"We cannot turn a blind eye to the suffering."
Key adjectives and expressions for expressing emotions and affect in oral presentations:

Positive Emotions:

Excitement:

"I'm thrilled to share this exciting discovery."

"It's a moment of great joy and enthusiasm."

Happiness:

"I'm delighted to report that..."

"This achievement brings immense happiness."
Satisfaction:

"We can take pride in our accomplishments."

"This outcome leaves us with a sense of fulfillment."

Optimism:

"I'm optimistic about the future prospects."

"This development fills us with hope."

Elation:

"Our team is elated by this success."

"There's a sense of elation in achieving our goals."
Negative Emotions:

Disappointment:

"We acknowledge the disappointment of falling short."

"This setback has left us feeling disheartened."
Frustration:

"I share your frustration regarding this issue."

"We've encountered challenges that are truly frustrating."
Concern:

"There's a growing concern about the implications."

"It's essential that we address this matter with utmost concern."
Regret:

"In hindsight, there's a deep sense of regret."

"We deeply regret the missed opportunities."
Worry:

"It's natural to worry about the potential consequences."

"This situation gives rise to valid concerns."
Neutral/Analytical Expressions:

Analysis:

"Let's approach this matter with a critical analysis."

"Our data-driven analysis suggests..."
Consideration:

"Taking all factors into consideration..."

"A careful consideration of the evidence reveals..."
Evaluation:

"Our ongoing evaluation of the situation indicates..."

"This requires a comprehensive evaluation."
Assessment:

"A thorough assessment of the impact shows..."

"Our assessment suggests a need for change."
Observation:

"Upon close observation, it becomes apparent that..."

"We can draw meaningful insights from our observations."
Pragmatic Markers (used to structure the presentation and guide the audience):

Firstly/First of all: Use to introduce the first point or topic.

Moreover/Furthermore: Use to add more information or emphasize a point.
In conclusion: Use to signal the end of your presentation or a specific section.
To sum up: Use to provide a summary of key points.
Now, let's move on to: Use to transition between topics or sections.
As I mentioned earlier: Use to refer back to a previous point or topic.
Let's consider the implications: Use to encourage the audience to think about the consequences.
I'd like to draw your attention to: Use to highlight a specific point or detail.

Expressions of affect and emotions

1. Expressing Certainty:

"I believe..."
"I'm convinced that..."
"I'm certain that..."
"I have no doubt that..."
2. Expressing Confidence:

"I'm confident that..."

"I'm sure that..."
"Without a doubt,..."
"It's clear to me that..."
3. Expressing Uncertainty:
"I guess..."
"It seems to me that..."
"I'm not entirely sure, but..."
"I'm not convinced that..."
4. Expressing Agreement:

"I agree that..."

"I completely agree with..."
"I share the same view..."
"I'm on the same page as..."
5. Expressing Disagreement:

"I disagree with..."

"I don't see it that way..."
"I have a different perspective..."
"I can't agree with..."
6. Expressing Surprise:

"I'm surprised that..."

"I find it surprising that..."
"I didn't expect that..."
"I'm taken aback by..."
7. Expressing Concern:

"I'm concerned about..."

"It's concerning to see that..."
"I'm worried that..."
"I find it worrisome that..."
8. Expressing Enthusiasm:

"I'm excited about..."

"I'm enthusiastic about..."
"I'm thrilled by..."
"I'm really looking forward to..."
9. Expressing Disappointment:

"I'm disappointed that..."

"I'm let down by..."
"It's disheartening to see that..."
"I had higher expectations for..."
10. Expressing Empathy:

"I understand how you feel."

"I can relate to that."
"I empathize with your situation."
"I'm here to support you."

1. Expressing Excitement:

"I'm really excited to share..."

"It's so exciting to see that..."
"I can't wait to tell you about..."
2. Expressing Confidence:
"I'm confident that this approach will..."
"I firmly believe that..."
"I'm sure you'll agree that..."
3. Expressing Surprise:

"Surprisingly, the results show..."

"To my surprise, I discovered that..."
"It was truly astonishing to find that..."
4. Expressing Enthusiasm:

"I'm absolutely thrilled by..."

"This is something I'm really passionate about..."
"I can't express enough how enthusiastic I am about..."
5. Expressing Concern:

"I have some concerns regarding..."

"It's a bit worrisome that..."
"I'm a little bit uneasy about..."
6. Expressing Satisfaction:

"I'm quite satisfied with the progress we've made."

"I must say, I'm pleased with the results."
"I feel a sense of accomplishment in..."
7. Expressing Disappointment:

"I'm a bit disappointed by..."

"It's unfortunate that..."
"I had hoped for better outcomes, but..."
8. Expressing Empathy:

"I understand how this might be frustrating."

"I can relate to the challenges you may face."
"I'm here to support you through this."
9. Expressing Interest:

"I find this topic really intriguing because..."

"I'm genuinely interested in learning more about..."
"I'm curious to see the impact of..."

Adjectives of emotions

Positive Emotions:

Happy
Joyful
Ecstatic
Delighted
Content
Pleased
Excited
Enthusiastic
Optimistic
Euphoric
Elated
Thrilled
Grateful
Blissful
Radiant
Negative Emotions:

Sad
Depressed
Miserable
Heartbroken
Devastated
Disappointed
Frustrated
Anxious
Worried
Nervous
Angry
Furious
Irritated
Annoyed
Jealous
Envious
Guilty
Regretful
Resentful
Neutral Emotions:

Indifferent
Apathetic
Bored
Calm
Relaxed
Serene
Composed
Content
Neutral
Placid
Tranquil
Reflective
Thoughtful
Contemplative
Curious
Inquisitive
Mixed Emotions:

Conflicted
Ambivalent
Torn
Bittersweet
Nostalgic
Sentimental
Melancholic
Cautiously optimistic
Relieved
Skeptically hopeful