Course Syllabus

Course Description

Speaking in front of a group of people is one of the most common fears people experience. In fact, it may be more feared than death...or even spiders. Yet being able to present ourselves, our companies, our ideas and products to others is one of the most essential skills to have in life. The ability to communicate our ideas effectively helps other people catch our enthusiasm--and without that enthusiasm and support of others, many great projects would never get off the ground.

During the course of this training, we will discuss exactly what a presentation is and how improving your public speaking skills can positively influence many different aspects of your life. We will talk about understanding the situation at hand, knowing your audience, and believing in your subject matter. Then, we will present strategies for researching, organizing, and developing your presentation. We'll also discuss some techniques to help you deliver a confident presentation and review what you can do in the future to improve your presentations skills for the long-term, making each future presentation you do, easier on you and more rewarding for those attending.

Completely Online
Self-Paced
6 Months to Complete
24/7 Availability
Start Anytime
PC & Mac Compatible
Android & iOS Friendly
Accredited CEUs

Universal Class is an IACET Accredited Provider

Learning Outcomes

By successfully completing this course, students will be able to:

Demonstrate the ability to craft and deliver a structured presentation with a clear introduction, body, and conclusion, addressing potential challenges proactively.
Identify and analyze the core components of an effective presentation, tailoring content to audience needs while using appropriate tools and techniques.
Analyze a specific communication event to determine the key elements that comprise its rhetorical situation, such as speaker intent and audience expectations.
Define the rhetorical situation by identifying the purpose, audience, and context involved in a given communication scenario.
Define strategies for tailoring presentations to diverse audiences by considering cultural nuances, expectations, and demographic backgrounds.
Demonstrate the ability to conduct thorough research using credible sources to enhance the credibility and depth of a presentation.
Define necessary equipment for a successful presentation by conducting prior research and verification of available tools at the presentation site.
Demonstrate proficiency in utilizing diverse presentation tools by rehearsing in both familiar and unfamiliar tech settings.
Define and articulate your personal presentation style by analyzing feedback and identifying key moments of audience engagement and effective communication.
Develop a personalized strategy for continuous improvement by recognizing strengths and weaknesses in your presentation skills and incorporating new techniques and technology effectively.
Demonstrate the ability to tailor a presentation to different audience characteristics by adapting language, examples, and themes, ensuring relevance and increasing the impact of the message.
Identify and describe the key components of crafting a compelling presentation, such as audience understanding, narrative development, and strategic organization, to enhance audience engagement and retention.
Demonstrate the ability to select and integrate appropriate visual aids to enhance audience understanding and retention during presentations.
Demonstrate mastery of lesson content at levels of 70% or higher.

Assessment Guide

Assessment	Points
Motives for Taking this Course	2 points
Quiz for Lesson 1 : Introduction	9 points
Quiz for Lesson 2 : Understand the Situation :	10 points
Quiz for Lesson 3 : Know your subject matter and know how to sell it	10 points
Quiz for Lesson 4 : Know your tools	10 points
Quiz for Lesson 5 : Know yourself	10 points
Quiz for Lesson 6 : Organize it, then write the script	10 points
Quiz for Lesson 7 : Select Appropriate Visual Aids	10 points
Quiz for Lesson 8 : Avoid Death by PowerPoint	10 points
Quiz for Lesson 9 : Practice	10 points
Quiz for Lesson 10 : Present	10 points
Quiz for Lesson 11 : Follow up	10 points
The Final Exam	54 points