What Makes an Effective Presentation?

Why is eye contact important during a presentation?

• It helps you remember what to say

• It shows you’re confident and helps connect with your audience

• It keeps you from getting nervous

• It makes your presentation go faster

What’s the best thing to do if you lose your place during a presentation?

• • Apologise and stop the presentation

• Try to joke so people don’t notice

• Take a pause, glance at your notes, and continue

• Skip that part and move to the next slide

Why should you use visuals like slides or images in your presentation?

• • They make the presentation look more fun

• They give the audience something to focus on besides you

• They help explain your ideas more clearly

• • They make the presentation longer

What is the best way to use your voice when presenting?

• Speak quietly so only nearby people can hear

• Talk in a flat tone so you don’t mess up

• Speak clearly and vary your tone to keep interest

• Read straight from your notes to avoid mistakes

What is the best way to prepare for a presentation?

• Make your slides and read them once

• Practice out loud a few times and get feedback

• • Memorize your whole speech word for word

• Just relax and talk naturally when it’s time