PRESENTING A
PAPER
The Writing Center at CSUSM
THE APPROACH
◻REMIND YOURSELF OF THESIS AND PROMPT
◻COMPREHEND THE MATERIAL YOU WILL BE
PRESENTING
◻PREPARE FOR POSSIBLE QUESTIONS
◻CHECK FOR CORRECT CITATIONS
◻ USE A REVERSE OUTLINE
◻ORGANIZE YOUR IDEAS IN A LOGICAL SEQUENCE
The PowerPoint
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Be professional
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Use graphics/video appropriately
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Do not overwhelm with excessive text
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Each point equals one slide
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Stay on time
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Distribute handouts after presentation
The Presentation
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Do not read verbatim!
• Articulate; stay on track
•Take necessary pauses
• No gum!
• Move naturally
•Dress appropriately
• Be confident – practice!
Pointers
● Stay away from words such as “like” or “um”
● Eye contact with audience
● Never drink milk the day of
● Note cards
● Do not turn your back on your audience
● Project your voice
● Always have a back-up on a flashdrive or e-mail
Example
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S5c1susCPAE&
feature=youtu.be