ATS2910 Professional and academic presentation skills

In this unit, you participate in learning practices and activities directly concerned with presentation skills as practiced in academic and professional environments. You are introduced to key performance presentation concepts and given the opportunity to practice and develop associated skills through facilitated workshops. The unit approaches the study and enhancement of presentation skills in these specific ways:

1. Oral presentation: You will be introduced to vocal theory and practical exercises. Through workshops you are given the opportunity to develop vocal confidence and dexterity with focus on Mastering Language (English pronunciation), Expanding Voice, Refining Voice and Delivery (including microphone technique).

2. Physicality and Presence: You will be introduced to theory and practices in building confidence in physical presentation and gaining an understanding of stage presence.

3. Roleplaying and Teamwork: You are given the opportunity to apply your skills and develop strategies toward team tasks in professional and academic environments.

Through these approaches, you not only engage with concepts from new perspectives, but apply, practice and develop skills through real world application.