Module 1.3 Improving the Communication Skills: Oral Presentations

2. Standard Presentation Structure

A well-organized presentation with a clear structure is easier for the audience to follow. It is therefore more effective. You should organize the points you wish to make in a logical order. Most presentations consist of three parts, followed by questions: The beginning is ideal for an attention grabber or for an ice breaker. The end is great to wrap things up or to end with a grand finale.  

EFFECTIVE OPENINGS: “HOOKING" THE ATTENTION OF THE AUDIENCE

Suppose …
Statistics show that …
I remember when …
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Introduction: (the subject matter of the presentation)

I’d like to talk today about…
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Overview:  the list of 3-4 main points

I’ve divided my talk into…
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Timing and Policy on Questions

My presentation will last / take about ... minutes. If you have any questions, please…
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Structure Part 1

Let’s start with …
So that covers …
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Part 2

That brings me to …
Let’s leave that there …
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Part 3/4 etc

… and turn to …
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Summary of main points

To sum up …
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Conclusion

To sum up / In conclusion