Show up early - Be in your classroom at least 15 minutes prior to your talk. Bring a copy of your presentation on a USB drive.
Set an agenda - Offer an overview of what you’ll be discussing, possibly as an agenda slide. It lets your audience know where you’re going with your talk.
Keep it simple - Just give the highlights and keep it interesting. A great presentation only needs “one big idea, three key points, one compelling story, one idea per slide, (and) one clear call to action.
Slow down - Avoid talking too fast and using “um” and “uh” as you gather your thoughts. This is much easier said than done, so practice until you’re fairly comfortable with the material.
Address the audience - Talk to specific individuals in the room – not your slides or note cards. As you look around the room, don’t make too much eye contact with the professor. It gets uncomfortable.
Use technology sparingly - Employ videos and online presentation software, such as Prezi, with caution. While useful, technology can fail, cutting into valuable presentation time.
Cite your sources - Attribute key ideas and statistics to sources and include a reference page. Let your professor know where you’re getting your information.
Close your presentation - Give a brief overview and call to action to finish your talk, and then offer time for questions. Just like your final paper or project, you need a clear introduction, body, and conclusion. Don’t leave your audience hanging.
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