Speaking: Public Speaking & Presentations B2 - Lesson 3: Structuring & Delivering Clear, Engaging Presentations

プレゼンテーション Speaking: Public Speaking & Presentations B2 - Lesson 3: Structuring & Delivering Clear, Engaging Presentations

Welcome back! Moving beyond a short talk, a successful presentation takes your audience on a clear and memorable journey. At the B2 level, the key is to master a powerful structure¹ for clarity and use techniques that actively engage² your audience from start to finish.

The "Tell-Tell-Tell" Structure: Your Key to Clarity

This classic public speaking framework is the most effective way to ensure your message is understood and remembered.

The Three-Part Journey:

1. Tell Them What You're Going to Tell Them (The Introduction)

Hook: Start with a surprising fact, a short story, or a question to grab their attention.

Purpose: Clearly state the topic of your presentation. ("Today, I'm going to talk about...")

Roadmap³: Briefly outline your main points. ("First, we'll look at... then, we'll examine... and finally, I'll discuss...")

2. Tell Them (The Body)

This is the main part of your presentation. Dedicate one section to each point from your roadmap. Use signposting⁴ language to guide your audience.

"Let's begin with my first point..." / "Now, let's move on to..." / "This brings me to my final point..."

3. Tell Them What You Told Them (The Conclusion)

Summarize: Briefly recap your main points. ("So, to summarize, we've discussed A, B, and C.")

Final Message: End with a strong, memorable statement or a call to action.

Q&A: Open the floor for questions. ("Thank you for your attention. I'd be happy to answer any questions.")

Scenario: A Short, Structured Presentation

Listen to this short presentation on "The Importance of Sleep." Notice how the speaker uses the "Tell-Tell-Tell" structure and signposting language.

(Introduction) "Good morning. Did you know that nearly one-third of adults don't get enough sleep? Today, I'm going to talk about why sleep is crucial for our success. First, I'll discuss its impact on physical health, then its effect on mental performance, and finally, its link to emotional well-being."

(Body) "**To begin with the physical benefits,** getting enough sleep helps repair our bodies and strengthens our immune system... **Moving on to our minds,** studies show that sleep is essential for memory consolidation and focus... **This brings me to my final point: emotional regulation.** When we are well-rested, we are better able to manage stress..."

(Conclusion) "**In conclusion,** we've seen that sleep is vital for our bodies, our minds, and our emotions. So tonight, I urge you to make a simple choice for a more successful tomorrow: get a good night's sleep. Thank you. I'm now ready for your questions."

Techniques for Audience Engagement

A good structure needs good delivery to keep your audience interested.

• Ask Rhetorical Questions⁵: Ask questions to make the audience think, even if you don't expect an answer. ("So what does this all mean for us?")
• Use the "Rule of Three": Presenting ideas in groups of three is powerful and memorable. ("Our new approach is more efficient, more cost-effective, and more innovative.")
• Vary Your Voice: Don't speak in a monotone. Change your speed, pitch, and volume to emphasize key words and maintain listener interest.

Practice Quiz: Identify the Technique

Read the phrase from a presentation and identify its function.

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1. "First, I'll explain the problem. Second, I will analyze the causes. Third, I will propose a solution."

A) The Hook
B) A Summary
C) Providing a Roadmap

→ Answer: C. This outlines the main sections of the presentation for the audience.

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2. "This brings me to my next point: the financial implications."

A) Signposting
B) A Rhetorical Question
C) A Summary

→ Answer: A. This phrase acts as a "signpost" to signal a transition to the next part of the presentation body.

Your Mission: The 3-Minute Presenter

Your mission is to practice structuring and delivering a short presentation.

1. Choose a topic you know well (e.g., "The benefits of your favorite hobby," "Three reasons to visit your hometown," "An overview of your job.").
2. Create a simple outline using the "Tell-Tell-Tell" structure. Write down keywords for:
   • Your Hook & Roadmap.
   • Your 3 main points for the body.
   • Your Summary & Final Message.
3. Record yourself delivering the 3-minute presentation. Focus on using signposting language ("First...", "My second point is...", "In conclusion...") to make your structure crystal clear to the listener.
4. Listen back. Was your presentation easy to follow? Was your introduction engaging and your conclusion strong?

Vocabulary Glossary

1. Structure: (Noun) - រចនាសម្ព័ន្ធ - The way in which the parts of something are arranged or organized. ↩
2. To Engage: (Verb) - ទាក់ទាញ - To attract and keep someone's interest or attention. ↩
3. Roadmap: (Noun) - ផែនទីបង្ហាញផ្លូវ - In a presentation, a description of the main points that will be covered. ↩
4. Signposting: (Noun) - ការប្រើសញ្ញា - Using words or phrases to signal to the audience what you are going to talk about next. ↩
5. Rhetorical Question: (Noun Phrase) - សំណួរវោហារសាស្ត្រ - A question asked for effect or to make a point, rather than to get an answer. ↩