Welcome — course introduction
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What to do⏱ 5 min
Objective
Understand how this course will help you improve your presentations in English.
Output · Short personal reflection
Steps
- Read the course introduction.
- Review what you will practise in the course.
- Write 2–3 short sentences in your notes about your own presentation goals.
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This course will help you become a more confident and effective presenter in English. You will learn how to organise your ideas, communicate clearly, and engage your audience in real situations.
What you will learn
- How to structure a clear and logical presentation
- How to introduce your topic and guide your audience
- How to explain ideas clearly and confidently
- How to handle questions and interact with your audience
How to use this course
- Work through the cards in order.
- Read the examples carefully.
- Complete the short tasks or reflections.
- Apply what you learn in your own presentations.
About this course
This course is based on Effective Presentations by Jeremy Comfort, published by Oxford Business English Skills, and adapted for guided practice in this platform.
Think about a presentation you have given, or one you may give in the future.
- What was difficult?
- What would you like to improve?
Write 2–3 short sentences in your private notes.
Reflection
- What is one presentation skill you already feel confident about?
- What is one presentation skill you want to improve first?
Common mistakes to avoid
- Reading the course like a book but not doing the short tasks.
- Trying to memorise full presentations instead of practising structure and delivery.
How success is measured
- You can explain what the course is for.
- You can identify one presentation skill you want to improve.