ECS-10301 Presentation Skills

Course

Credits 1.00

Language of instruction:

Dutch

Contents:

The course offers students the possibility to practice the skills that are necessary to deliver a good presentation.
Students start at their own level of competence and can practice for various settings.

Learning outcomes:

After this course students will be able to:
- prepare the contents and structure of their presentation professionally;
- deliver their presentations more clearly and fluently, if necessary with use of supportive media;
- analyze the structure of presentations and the non-verbal behavior of the presenter;
- give and receive constructive feedback.
After this course students have a realistic view of their presentation skills and their focus for future development.

Activities:

The course consists of five meetings of 3 to 4 hours each. Next to these meetings students spend at least 12 hours on preparation of presentations, reading and writing the final reflection report. During the first three meetings several aspects of preparing and delivering a presentation will be discussed and demonstrated. The students have a central role during these meetings: they will do short presentation assignments themselves and will give each other feedback. During the last two meetings each student delivers a presentation and receives feedback of his/her fellow-students and the trainer. All presentations will be videotaped.

Examination:

The grade will be based on the quality of the presentations, the reflection report and active participation during the meetings.

Literature:

A study guide will be provided.