As part of the larger English Club site, this learning object is presented as a resource for ESL students preparing oral presentations. Designed as a tutorial, it walks the learner through a logical progression of steps for developing a presentation. The format itself is an example of a well-structured presentation. Primarily through text, rich with the language of presentation development, the learner can explore how to define the purpose of a presentation, the language used to deliver an effective presentation, the selection of appropriate support materials and the use of AV equipment.
Type of Material:
Resource
Recommended Uses:
This learning object can be used independently by self-directed learners preparing an oral business presentation as a guideline for development. Or, it may be used to supplement classroom instruction. Students who need assistance choosing appropriate phrases for transitioning through the sections of an oral presentation will find suggestions.
Technical Requirements:
n/a
Identify Major Learning Goals:
Business presentations; form and language
Target Student Population:
English as a second or foreign language learners; High School; College General Ed; Professional Development.
Prerequisite Knowledge or Skills:
Must be able to read in the English language at the 12th (Flesch-Kincaid) grade level; basic computer navigation skills.
Content Quality
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Strengths:
The content of the module accurately describes the process of developing an oral presentation. The content is presented in the same logical pattern as the learner would use in the development of their own presentation.
Through the use of various fonts and the formatting of the text, the designer is able to attract the learners attention to the salient points.
Concerns:
It is absolutely necessary for the learner to be able to read English at a 12th grade level. Hence, the vocabulary has the potential to be a stumbling block to comprehension. There are no direct links to a glossary of terms in this module. However, if the learner navigates through the web site hosting this learning object, there is a link to business English, a glossary of terms frequently used in business.
Potential Effectiveness as a Teaching Tool
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Strengths:
This module could easily be linked to a syllabus, a power-point presentation offered live, in a hybrid or online course by both students and teachers. It would be particularly useful for students who are looking for written examples of the language used in delivering a presentation. The module concludes with a summary of what the student should have learned after completing all sections on the menu. There is a post-test.
Concerns:
There are no specific objectives for the learning object so the learning behaviors outlined at the end are not related to any stated purpose. The post-test does not offer rationale for correct choices. After submitting their post-test, the feedback to the learner does not include which items that missed, only a score correct is provided.
A video links or voice-overs are not included which would have strengthened the effectiveness of the tools since its subject is oral presentations.
Ease of Use for Both Students and Faculty
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Strengths:
The learning object is a well organized, navigable module. Learners can move from section to section or choose to go directly to an area of interest. Tables sort information for which supports comprehension of concepts through examples.
Concerns:
The module is not visually stimulating. It is predominately written text.
Other Issues and Comments:
n/a
Creative Commons:
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