Understanding the Role of Oral Presentations 636 Preparing an Oral Presentation 637 Assessing the Speaking Situation 637 •. Preparing an Outline or Note Cards 639 ,., Preparing Presentation Graphics 639 Choosing Effective Language 647 GUIDELINES: Using Memorable Language in Oral Presentations 649 Rehearsing the Presentation 649 Giving the Oral Presentation 650 Calming Your Nerves 651
Using Your Voice Effectively 652 Using Your Body Effectively 653 GUIDELINES: Facing an Audience 653 Answering Questions after the Presentation 654 Sample Evaluation Form 655
Exercises 657 Research Projects 657 CASE: Publicizing the School Newspaper 658