Practical Presentation Skills

Overview

Framework:
RQF
Level:
Level 2
Unit No:
M/504/8659
Credits:
3
Guided learning hours:
24 hours

Assessment Guidance

N/A

Unit Learning Outcomes

1

Understand the skills involved in preparing and delivering presentations.

Assessment Criteria

  • 1.1
    Give reasons why presentations may be necessary.
  • 1.2
    Describe the most common delivery styles and structures for presentations.
  • 1.3
    Explain the importance of:
    a) preparation
    b) planning
    c) presentation
    d) performance.
  • 1.4
    Describe the main elements that make up each of the above.
2

Be able to use different visual aids and delivery styles in presentations.

Assessment Criteria

  • 2.1
    Select a variety of visual aids for use within given presentations.
  • 2.2
    Give reasons for selection of the visual aids used.
  • 2.3
    Use a selected delivery style for given presentations.
  • 2.4
    Give reasons for using the delivery style chosen.
3

Be able to plan a presentation.

Assessment Criteria

  • 3.1
    Identify sources of information.
  • 3.2
    Select different sources of information relevant to the topic of presentation.
  • 3.3
    Follow a given structure to plan a presentation for a given task.
4

Be able to deliver a presentation.

Assessment Criteria

  • 4.1
    Introduce topic clearly.
  • 4.2
    Speak audibly, using tone and register appropriate to the audience and level of formality.
  • 4.3
    Present material logically, linking ideas together.
  • 4.4
    Explain key concepts.
  • 4.5
    Use appropriate evidence to support the ideas, arguments and opinions presented.
  • 4.6
    Present an effective conclusion.
5

Be able to assess performance and identify areas for improvement.

Assessment Criteria

  • 5.1
    Assess own performance.
  • 5.2
    Obtain feedback from audience.
  • 5.3
    Identify areas for own improvement.