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

The aim of the course is 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 first session is on Thursday 31 October 2024 at 14.15-16.00 in classroom 1565.
Other sessions:
12.12.2024 14.00 KE00CQ81-3004 Effective Presentations classroom 1367
05.12.2024 14.00 KE00CQ81-3004 Effective Presentations 1369
28.11.2024 14.00 KE00CQ81-3004 Effective Presentations 1565
21.11.2024 14.00 KE00CQ81-3004 Effective Presentations 1564
14.11.2024 14.00 KE00CQ81-3004 Effective Presentations 1565
07.11.2024 14.00 KE00CQ81-3004 Effective Presentations 1369
31.10.2024 14.00 KE00CQ81-3004 Effective Presentations 1565

Learning material and recommended literature

All course materials are provided via Moodle and at lessons.

Contents

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 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 professional and coherent presentation that is appropriate to the target audience.

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

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