Use a step-by-step approach to gain skills in speaking before groups more comfortably and confidently. Your presentations are recorded for playback, and your instructor provides helpful coaching and tips. Class size is limited to 15 participants to ensure individualized attention.
Target Audience
This course is ideal for anyone looking to improve their public speaking skills in a supportive and structured environment. Whether you’re a professional needing to present confidently at work, a student preparing for class presentations, or someone who simply wants to overcome the fear of speaking in front of groups, this course is for you.
What You'll Learn at a Glance
- Analyze your audience.
- Organize your presentation effectively.
- Deliver your message skillfully.
- Handle audience questions.
- Use visuals to help convey your message.
- Manage the tensions related to public speaking.
Course Syllabus
Module 1: Take Aim
- Identify personal presentation strengths and areas for improvement
- Explore various purposes, audiences, and delivery methods
- Increase awareness of effective presentation behaviors
- Complete a self-assessment of current presentation style
Module 2: Create a Clear Organized Message
- Define objectives tailored to your audience
- Structure presentations with strong openings, middles, and conclusions
- Use transitions and prepare for questions or objections
- Create speaking notes using outlines or mind maps
Module 3: Deliver Your Message Persuasively
- Use voice, eye contact, body language, and pacing for impact
- Improve clarity, energy, and enthusiasm in speech
- Identify and model strong delivery techniques
Module 4: Use Visuals to Communicate
- Identify effective visual tools: slides, handouts, charts, and whiteboards
- Design visuals for clarity, readability, and engagement
- Incorporate visuals smoothly into live presentations
Module 5: Speak Confidently
- Manage presentation anxiety and nervousness
- Handle audience questions with professionalism
- Use relaxation techniques to reduce stage fright
- Respond effectively to hostile or challenging situations
Module 6: Panel Participation
- Prepare to contribute meaningfully as a panelist
- Adapt delivery to panel formats and dynamics
- Engage the audience and other panelists with energy and focus
