University of California, Irvine
Presentations: Speaking so that People Listen
University of California, Irvine

Presentations: Speaking so that People Listen

This course is part of Learn English: Advanced Academic Speaking and Listening Specialization

Taught in English

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Tamy Chapman
Judy Hu
Dana Saito-Stehberger

Instructors: Tamy Chapman

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Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals

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Intermediate level
Some related experience required
24 hours (approximately)
Flexible schedule
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22 quizzes

Course

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals

4.6

(366 reviews)

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Intermediate level
Some related experience required
24 hours (approximately)
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace

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There are 4 modules in this course

This is the second course in the Learn English: Advanced Speaking and Listening specialization. In this class, you will learn about giving an effective speech for an American classroom or organization. Learning the skills that effective speakers depend on will give you confidence in speaking in formal situations like classroom presentations. In this first week, you will learn about different types of presentations and start learning about presentation structure.

What's included

7 videos6 readings5 quizzes4 peer reviews1 discussion prompt

This week, we'll focus on the body of your presentation. This is where the important information is found, so it's important to present it effectively. Again, this week, you'll get a chance to practice the skills you learn and record yourself making a speech.

What's included

5 videos5 readings6 quizzes1 peer review

This week, you will learn some other tips for giving a good presentation in an American classroom business setting. You'll learn what to do before the presentation as well as during the presentation in order to be successful. Once again, you'll be able to demonstrate your skills and submit a video of your own presentation.

What's included

5 videos6 readings5 quizzes2 peer reviews

Even if you write a great speech, there are more things to think about to ensure you have a great presentation. This week you'll learn about other ways to ensure you give a great speech. You'll have one more opportunity to give a speech and share the video of it for feedback from your peers.

What's included

5 videos7 readings6 quizzes1 peer review

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4.7 (78 ratings)
Tamy Chapman
University of California, Irvine
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