Study Guide

Learning outcomes

Proficiency level: B2

Students are able to
- plan, prepare and execute a persuasive and engaging presentation
- use intonation and stress to amplify their message
- use various delivery techniques such as pacing, chunking and repetition
- design and use visual materials effectively in their presentation.

Implementation and methods of teaching

he aim of the course to practice speaking and presenting. The focus is on preparing and giving speeches and professional presentations in English. To practice speaking, students prepare three speeches or presentations and give them individually or in pairs or small groups.

Timing and attendance

The course runs from September 5 through October 23..

Learning material and recommended literature

All course materials are provided via Moodle and at lessons.

Contents

his course provides students with practice in structuring a speech or presentation, delivery techniques, audience interaction, signposting, use of visual aids.
Englanniksi
This course provides students with practice in structuring a speech or presentation, delivery techniques, audience interaction, signposting, use of visual aids.

Additional information for students: previous knowledge etc.

Intermediate to upper-intermediate level skills in spoken English (e.g. CEFR B1/B2, IELTS 6-6.5).

Assessment criteria

Grades are based on performance during assessed presentations.

Assessment scale

1-5

Assessment criteria: level 1 (assessment scale 1–5)

Student attended all sessions.
Student is able to prepare and deliver a coherent presentation.

Assessment criteria: level 3 (assessment scale 1–5)

Student attended all sessions.
Student is able to prepare and deliver a coherent presentation.
Student is able to prepare and deliver a professional and coherent presentation that is appropriate to the target audience.

Assessment criteria: level 5 (assessment scale 1–5)

tudent attended all sessions.
Student is able to prepare and deliver a coherent presentation.
Student is able to prepare and deliver a professional and coherent presentation that is appropriate to the target audience.
Student understands the various purposes behind presentations.
Student is able to consider audience interaction, body language and preparation of props and other materials in support of speech.