Guide for Virtual Presentations

Script

A script will help you peel out the 'likes' and 'ums' that make their way into our everyday conversation. It will also guarantee that you say everything you want to say.

• Lay out your script, word for word, in a Google Doc.
• Then, break your full script up into bite-sized paragraphs (3-4 sentences).
• Have someone else look over the script to see that it is understandable.
• Read it through at a good pace to be sure that it could be read in the designated time frame.

Prepare your Presentation File

You have many options for presenting content.

• Google Slides
• Adobe Spark

Here are some tips for setting up your slides:

• Aim to have one slide per paragraph (from your script).
• Don't clutter your slides with text; if anything, use one word or an image.
• Use a font and font sizes that are readable.

Practice

Your aim is to recite your presentation from memory. The tips below will give you step-by-step instructions for achieving this goal. Even if you are presenting online and you can use notes, you still want to try to keep eye contact as much as possible.

Time constraint

Eye Contact

Polls/Chat Box