Understanding the Process of Preparing and Delivering an Oral Presentation
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Understanding the Process of Preparing and Delivering an Oral Presentation
The Focus on Process box below presents an overview of the process of preparing and delivering an oral presentation. The rest of this chapter discusses this process, beginning with how to prepare a presentation.
FOCUS ON PROCESS
When preparing an oral presentation, pay special attention to these steps.
| PLANNING | You will need to prepare effective presentation graphics that are visible, legible, simple, clear, and correct. Choose the appropriate technology based on the speaking situation and the available resources. | |
| DRAFTING | Choose effective and memorable language. Your listeners will not be able to read your presentation to help them understand your message. | |
| REVISING |  |
Rehearse at least three times, making any necessary changes to your transitions, the order of your slides, or your graphics. |
| EDITING | ||
| PROOFREADING |