What type of presenter will you be?

Having been a student for over fifteen years, I have encountered a wide variety of teaching styles - some good, others not so much. While I have enjoyed a number of different types, they have all had one thing in common: the teacher did a great job presenting the material. As a result, I have developed high standards for myself when it comes to giving presentations. First, I will be engaging. It is crucial to find a way to connect the topic of discussion to the audiences' interests. While it isn't always easy, it will make a huge difference. For example, rather than just rambling on about the mean, median and mode, if I have a classroom full of baseball fans, I can use examples that reference major league players' statistics. Next, I will not talk in circles or beat around the bush. From experience, I know how annoying it is to just listen to someone ramble or over-emphasize their point. Therefore, I will make sure to be brief and to the point, while still relaying all necessary information. Finally, I will be prepared, lively and energetic. I will make sure I know what I need to talk about ahead of time so that I can put all my passion and energy into my presentation. If I live up to these three standards, I am confident that I can be an effective and exciting presenter.