Chapter 12: Group Presentations

audience

Demographic traits and individual attributes are __________ characteristics.

extemporaneous

a form of presentation delivery in which you are fully prepared but use an outline or notes to guide you through your presentation

impromptu

a form of presentation delivery in which you speak without prior preparation or practice

group presentation

a relatively uninterrupted talk or speech by one or more group members within a group, on behalf of a group, or by an entire group

charisma

an aspect of speaker credibility based on listener perceptions about your level of enthusiasm and commitment

competence

an aspect of speaker credibility based on listener perceptions of your expertise and abilities

character

an aspect of speaker credibility based on listener perceptions of your honesty and trustworthiness

caring

an aspect of speaker credibility based on listener perceptions that you understand others' ideas and are emphatic and responsive to their needs

audience opinions

audience's stances on the message of the presentation

audience-specific attributes

distinct characteristics of a particular group of audience, such as the uniformity or variety of job titles and status, special interests, personality traits, relationships with other members, and length of group membership

causes and effects

"Here's what could happen if we fail to increase our dues..." The above is an example of which type of organizational pattern? - reason giving - time arrangement - space arrangement - problem-solution - causes and effects - stories and examples - compare-contrast

stories and examples

"I've contacted four community associations in this country and here's what I found..." The above is an example of which type of organizational pattern? - reason giving - time arrangement - space arrangement - problem-solution - causes and effects - stories and examples - compare-contrast

compare-contrast

"Let's take a look at the two research methods we considered..." The above is an example of which type of organizational pattern? - reason giving - time arrangement - space arrangement - problem-solution - causes and effects - stories and examples - compare-contrast

time arrangement

"The college's hiring steps must be complied with in the following order..." The above is an example of which type of organizational pattern? - reason giving - time arrangement - space arrangement - problem-solution - causes and effects - stories and examples - compare-contrast

space arrangement

"The following membership increases occurred in the East, South, West, and Central regions..." The above is an example of which type of organizational pattern? - reason giving - time arrangement - space arrangement - problem-solution - causes and effects - stories and examples - compare-contrast

problem-solution

"This research method avoids the problems we encountered last time..." The above is an example of which organizational pattern? - reason giving - time arrangement - space arrangement - problem-solution - causes and effects - stories and examples - compare-contrast

reason giving

"Three reasons why we should increase the dues are..." The above is an example of which type of organizational pattern? - reason giving - time arrangement - space arrangement - problem-solution - causes and effects - stories and examples - compare-contrast

symposium

A series of speakers present short, uninterrupted presentations on different aspects of the same topic for the benefit of an audience.

forum

Provides opportunities for audience members to comment, express concerns, and ask questions to presenters, usually at the conclusion of the group presentation.

panel discussion

Several people interact with one another on a common discussion topic for the benefit of an audience.

presentation by group

The college president asks the student government's spokesperson to participate in a group presentation to the state legislature's appropriations committee in which an administrator, professor, staff member, and student have a total of 20 minutes to request more state funding. The above is an example of what type of group presentation? - presentation to group members - presentation for nongroup of public audiences - presentation by group

presentation to group members

The student government association discusses the college's proposal to increase tuition by 4 percent. In order to ensure that everyone has an equal chance to speak at the meeting, student representatives are limited to 3-minute statements. The above is an example of what type of group presentation? - presentation to group members - presentation for nongroup of public audiences - presentation by group

presentation for nongroup of public audiences

The student government association selects a spokesperson to make a presentation opposing the proposed tuition increase at the monthly, public meeting of the college's board of trustees. The above is an example of what type of group presentation? - presentation to group members - presentation for nongroup of public audiences - presentation by group

purpose

states what a speaker wants listeners to know, think, believe, or do as a result of their presentation

presentation aids

supplementary audio and/or visual materials that help group and audience members understand and remember the content of a discussion or presentation

content

supporting materials and evidence for the purpose of the presentation

credibility

the extent to which group or audience members believe you and your message

demographic traits

the general and measurable characteristics of audience members, such as their ages, genders, races, ethnicities, religions, political affiliations, etc.

audience

the people listening to your presentation

logistics

the strategic planning, arranging, and use of people, facilities, time, and materials relevant to your presentation