- Lecturer
- Mayekawa Shin-Ichi Matsumoto Kahoko
- Place
- Wed3-4(W9-202)
- Credits
- Lecture1 Exercise1 Experiment0
- Code
- 65060
- Syllabus updated
- 2011/3/23
- Lecture notes updated
- 2011/3/23
- Semester
- Spring Semester
Outline of lecture
The objective of this course is to improve students窶 English presentation skills to the level at which they can do understandable and effective presentations at international conferences in their fields. The course covers various aspects of presentation including language skills, contingent non-verbal elements and confidence-raising. Reflecting the purpose, classes will be interactive with many chances of practice, self-observation and feedback sessions with peers and instructors.
Purpose of lecture
The objective of this course is to improve students窶 English presentation skills to the level at which they can do understandable and effective presentations at international conferences in their fields. The course covers various aspects of presentation including language skills, contingent non-verbal elements and confidence-raising. Reflecting the purpose, classes will be interactive with many chances of practice, self-observation and feedback sessions with peers and instructors.
Plan of lecture
1. 1st - 2nd classes
Orientation
Introduction of the various elements that constitute an effective presentation
2. 3nd - 4th classes
First presentation (Introduction of one窶冱 background and research interests: 5 minutes)
Self-observation by video
Feedback sessions with peers and instructors
3. 5th - 6th classes
Important elements of an effective presentation (with video-taped models and examples)
- Content and organization
- Effective visual aids (slides, handouts, etc.)
4. 7th - 8th classes
Second presentation (10-15 min. presentation on one窶冱 past or on-going research)
Practice sessions with advice from peers and instructors
5. 9th - 10th classes
More practice sessions focusing on improving language use (delivery, grammatical control,
articulate/effective expressions, use of transition markers, etc.)
6. 11th - 12th classes
Contingent elements
- effective use of non-verbal communication skills (eye-contact, body language, etc)
- time management
- confidence-raising (how to deal with anxiety)
- tips for handling Q&A sessions
7. 13th - 15th classes
Final presentation (15-20 min. presentation on one窶冱 past or on-going research)
Final evaluation both by peers and instructors
Textbook and reference
No textbook: all necessary material will be provided while the reference of additional books will be offered based on individual needs.
Evaluation
The make-up of a final grade is as follows:
- active participation with the first presentation and homework included (50%)
- second presentation (20%)
- final presentation (30%)
