UNIT 8 – Structure & Cohesion

Související obrázek What do you think about the tips given by Darren LaCroix in his video on
introductions? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NXqUWHgBrCE (4:24)

Compare the above talk on introductions with that of Simon Sinek:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fgR7VjjHMq8&t=3s  (5:55)

Výsledek obrázku pro clipart two talking bubbles  Discuss the ideas of using an assertion (strong
statement) in contrast to the need for hedging. This is the use of tentative language e.g. can,
might, could, probably, predominantly, generally, mainly, seem, suggest, imply...

Související obrázek Související obrázek Watch the video by Alex Lyon and list some useful phrases
for ending a presentation.  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fBO0riisOzU (2:43)

Focus on your presentation now. What’s the main topic?  How do you want to organize it?

Výsledek obrázku pro clipart two talking bubbles Share your plan with your neighbour. Any jokes?
Tips? Opportunities? Help one another so that you can deliver the best presentation next week…

HW – prepare your final academic presentation (topic related to your field of study, 8-10 minutes,
formal setting)

Související obrázek Some good tips about rehearsing:

How to Practice a Presentation https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d812a7qG9Kw (7:19)