Delivery

§ Nerves! You will probably be nervous at the beginning of your presentation. Don’t worry – most people are nervous in this situation. Try not to speak too fast during the first couple of minutes – this is the time you establish your rapport with the audience and first impressions are very important. You may find it helpful to memorize your introduction.

§ Audience rapport Try to be enthusiastic. Look around your audience as you speak – eye contact is essential for maintaining a good rapport. You will also be able to pick up signals of boredom or disinterest, in which case you can cut your presentation short.

II. Give the English equivalents of the following:

тщательная подготовка; производить исследование; основные пункты; четкая, связная структура; наметить план речи; график, схема; наглядные пособия; определить слабые стороны или пробелы; достичь взаимопонимания; сократить презентацию.

III. Answer the following questions:

1. How can you set objectives?

2. How should the content of a presentation be organized?

3. Is it necessary to use visual aids?

4. How can rehearsal help you?

5. How can you establish your rapport with the audience at the beginning of the presentation?

IV. Read the text and translate it: