Part One Presentation Unit 1 Identifying Key Issues 1. Overview: making an effective presentation 2. Understanding the need for an effective presentation 3. Differences between conversation and presentation 4. Stage fright 5. Speaking in an appropriate style Unit 2 Planning a Presentation 1. The presentation process 2. Establishing the objectives 3. Researching your audience 4. Focusing on your topic 5. Presentation venue Unit 3 Outlining a Presentation 1. What is a presentation outline? 2. How important is a presentation outline? 3. How to make a presentation outline? 4. Sample outlines Unit 4 Structuring a Presentation 1. Introduction-starting a presentation 2. Body-giving the subject in detail 3. Conclusion-summarizing and concluding 4. The finishing touch: the Q & A session Unit 5 Using Effective Visual Aids 1. Different types of visual aids 2. The effective use of visual aids 3. Guidelines for PPT slides design Unit 6 Using Nonverbal Language 1. Eye contact 2. Gesture: let your hands do the talking 3. Posture 4. Facial expression: your face speaks a thousand words 5. Personal image: first impressions count 6. Voice 7. Performance Unit 7 Contingency Plans 1. Contingency checklist 2. Presentation checklist Unit 8 Thesis Defense 1. Application for a defense 2. Committee composition 3. Thesis defense preparation 4. Thesis defense procedures 5. After the defense Unit 9 Constructing Projects 1. Project 1 2. Project 2 …… Part Two Seminar and Tutorial Part Three International Conference Bibliography Key