Job Aid: Presentation Methods

Presentation methods

Presentation
Description When to use it
method
Speech A spoken address to a group in which - With large groups of people
audience interaction is kept to a minimum. - When information is not
complicated or challenging
Informal talk A loosely structured presentation in which - With groups of up to 30 people
the speaker does not rely on notes. - If your audience is more likely to
engage with you through discussion
or argument
Facilitated A more structured approach that can take - With small to medium-sized
discussion many forms, such as a question and answer groups of 10 to 30 people
session, or a debate to explore an idea or - If you want to solve a particular
problem. problem, answer a particular
question, or explore a specific topic
Demonstration A presentation in which the audience is - With small or large groups – to be
shown – rather than told – how something effective, everyone must be able to
works. clearly see the demonstration
- When you want to show tangible
results
- Whenever you want to show a
new product or concept in action
Class A situation in which information is - Ideally with no more than 25
delivered and the audience is given an people
opportunity to practice its new knowledge. - When you want to train people
and have them apply their new
knowledge

Course: Planning an Effective Presentation

Topic: Presentation Methods: Speeches and Conversations

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