學術英文演講與簡報

(Approximately 80% of the course content is academic-related) This course is designed to equip students with the essential knowledge and practical techniques required for successful academic presentations. Students will gain practical, hands-on experience across every stage of the presentation process and lifecycle, from initial research and outline development to scriptwriting, argument formation, visual design, audience engagement, and effective Q&A management. Through a combination of weekly discussions, peer reviews, practice sessions, and mandatory rehearsals, students will refine their public speaking abilities and English proficiency, culminating in a polished, professional presentation at the end of the semester to demonstrate their mastery of presentation structure, content, and delivery. By the end of this course, students will be able to: 1. Structure Academic Content: Develop logical, coherent presentation outlines and scripts tailored to specific academic topics. 2. Master Visual Design: Create professional presentation slides with data visualization that effectively support verbal arguments and enhance audience comprehension. 3. Refine Delivery Techniques: Demonstrate command of verbal and non-verbal communication, including pacing, tone, eye contact, and body language. 4. Engage Audiences: Implement active listening and questioning strategies to facilitate productive Q&A sessions. 5. Improve Through Feedback: Utilize weekly practice sessions and rehearsals to critique and improve both content, structure, and delivery, demonstrating measurable progress from drafts to the final presentation. 6. Enhance English Proficiency: Exhibit increased confidence and fluency in English by utilizing academic vocabulary, professional expressions, and formal communication styles during regular classroom interactions and presentations.

Not required

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Class Rules: a. Attendance is mandatory. Arriving late twice will count as one absence. b. No eating or sleeping in class. Do NOT chat with your friends and classmates in class. c. Keep your cell phones away during class unless you are instructed to use them to complete tasks. d. Always finish weekly assignments before each session. e. No make-up quizzes will be given. Attendance Policy: a. Sick leave is only accepted with an officially approved university form or a medical report shown to the professor. b. For private leave, inform the professor in advance. c. Feel free to ask questions at any time, both in and out of class. Ensure you complete all tasks before class. d. Regularly check the university’s online learning platform for important announcements and course information. e. Mark assignment submission dates on your calendar. Late submissions will be heavily penalized. f. Use AI tools wisely and ensure you make your own contribution to your work. g. Make-up exams or presentations will not be accepted unless your university-approved request for absence is shown to the lecturer in advance. Course Approach: a. This isn’t a lecture-based course. Instead, it features interactive sessions where your active participation in discussions, rehearsals, and presentations is expected throughout the semester. b. Rehearsal & Revision Policy: This course operates on an iterative model. Students are expected to bring evolving drafts of their presentation sections to class for weekly practice. Mandatory in-class rehearsals are also required to receive feedback before the final presentation.

Attendance 10% Weekly class participation and discussion 30% Weekly Assignments (outlines, scripts, and slides) and Quizzes (based on the assigned videos and reading materials) 20% Group (or Individual) Rehearsals 20% Final formal presentations 20% *Your grades for rehearsals and the final presentation will be determined by: 1. Analytical Depth: How well you explore one specific professional topic based on one of your other courses. 2. Clarity & Fluency: Your ability to articulate ideas clearly in English. 3. Adherence to Rules: Following time limits (7-10 mins per group), delivery requirements and the specific presentation guidelines offered before rehearsals and the final presentation. 4. Preparation: Evidence of practice and thorough research. 5. Spoken, Not Read: Speak directly to your audience. Reading from phones, devices, slides, or notes is strictly prohibited and will result in a lower score. We are looking for a genuine spoken presentation, not a reading recitation.

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Online learning materials (workbooks, handouts, checklists, and videos) Reference: Mckinnon, Ian Andrew. Essential Presentation Skills: Keywords, Phrases, and Strategies. 3rd Ed. 寂天出版社, 2023.

地點

By appointment

時間

By appointment

聯絡方式

cwhan@nycu.edu.tw