Presentation skills:

A presentation is a way to communicate information to an audience through a demonstration,

lecture, speech, or introduction. Communication of ideas, thoughts, knowledge, and emotions is
known as presentation skills.

TWO PHASES OF PRESENTATION:

1) Preparatory phase.
2) Delivery phase.

1)Preparatory phase:

a) Understanding of the Topic:

First and foremost, you need to understand the topic of the presentation. Identify the type of
information about the topic you are going to present. For example, if you are presenting on
“global warming,” you can include information about the reasons, effects, and phenomena of
global warming.

b) Audience Analysis:
Understanding the interests, intellectual level, and knowledge of your audience helps tailor your
presentation. For instance, if you’re presenting to high school students, adjust the content to their
understanding level. Conversely, well-educated adults may not need basic concepts covered.
 c) Presentation Venue:
Familiarity with the presentation venue is crucial. Assessing the environment allows for
necessary arrangements, such as adjusting speaking volume or utilizing audiovisual equipment
effectively.

d) Preparation:
Preparing the presentation is essential. Practice at home in front of a mirror or with someone
present. This helps refine content, identify weak areas, and make adjustments based on peer
feedback.

2)Delivery phase:

e) Practice:
Practice is very necessary before presentation. You can practice at home in front of mirror. You
can also ask someone to sit in front of you and allows you to present the topic. Practice allows
you to refine the content. You can also identify any weaknesses in your delivery.

f) Body Language:
Strong body language helps connect with the audience. Use facial expressions and hand gestures
to emphasize points and make the message clear. Moving around the stage engages the audience
and keeps them connected.

g) Eye Contact:
Maintaining eye contact with the audience helps them engage with you. Make contact with
everyone in the room to show interest and respect.
 h) Voice Modulation:
Voice modulation, including changes in pitch, tone, volume, and pace, helps the audience
understand the presentation clearly. Speaking at a moderate pace and stressing powerful words
makes the speech more impactful.