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Chapter 5
Making Connections
I really like reading chapter 5. It is a really interesting chapter because it has extremely helpful information for presenters when it comes to making connections. Also, it provides with advice and several ideas on how presenters can get closer to the audience.
Burmark (2011) states that we need to start by presenting the abstract information in a concrete manner. If one presents abstract information of a new concept makes it kind of hard for young students, even for adults, to create mental pictures of what it is. However, if one makes the abstract concrete it will be much more easier for the audience to remember and to feel related to the content as well. Moreover, we want to relate to audience´s prior knowledge to start making connections. For example, the presenter can provide visuals full of color, to bring back memories or, to make reference to every day life situations/experiences. in my own personal experience, I know for sure that it is really hard to try to learn a new concept for a 6-year-old, even more so in a second language. However, I also know that a teacher can make this easier by presenting concrete material. Also, if the teacher answers any possible question students might have while delivering the presentation without the need of students asking those questions. As educators, we need to plan ahead. If we know our students and their backgrounds, we sure know what their questions might be. We will answer those questions by making connections during our presentation/lesson and they will more than ready to relate and learn the new information. The incorporation of technology makes this task [make connections] for educators/presenters really easy. There are so many learning tool in the Web 2.0. For example, the Wordle application, which I love and the use of digital flashcards. As the chapter continues, Burmark (2011) describes the "10:2" system, which I really like. This system allows students to share what they have learned so far from the presentation with a partner during 2 minutes. Students will rest a bit their brain so they will be focused for the next chunk of info. This is a very good strategie for the presenter to use in order to keep the audience ´s attention. Also, in this chapter, Burmark (2011) describes different ways on how a presenter can get closer to the audience. Burmark (2011) recommends the integration of humor to connect with the audience. Also, it is recommended to interact with the audience before, during and after the presentation. It is extremely important to get to know the audience, and their names i f possible. Also, a presenter can give relevant freebies away. According to Burmark (2011), the more senses the presenter engaged while the delivering of the presentation the more concrete the experience will be.
I really like reading chapter 5. It is a really interesting chapter because it has extremely helpful information for presenters when it comes to making connections. Also, it provides with advice and several ideas on how presenters can get closer to the audience.
Burmark (2011) states that we need to start by presenting the abstract information in a concrete manner. If one presents abstract information of a new concept makes it kind of hard for young students, even for adults, to create mental pictures of what it is. However, if one makes the abstract concrete it will be much more easier for the audience to remember and to feel related to the content as well. Moreover, we want to relate to audience´s prior knowledge to start making connections. For example, the presenter can provide visuals full of color, to bring back memories or, to make reference to every day life situations/experiences. in my own personal experience, I know for sure that it is really hard to try to learn a new concept for a 6-year-old, even more so in a second language. However, I also know that a teacher can make this easier by presenting concrete material. Also, if the teacher answers any possible question students might have while delivering the presentation without the need of students asking those questions. As educators, we need to plan ahead. If we know our students and their backgrounds, we sure know what their questions might be. We will answer those questions by making connections during our presentation/lesson and they will more than ready to relate and learn the new information. The incorporation of technology makes this task [make connections] for educators/presenters really easy. There are so many learning tool in the Web 2.0. For example, the Wordle application, which I love and the use of digital flashcards. As the chapter continues, Burmark (2011) describes the "10:2" system, which I really like. This system allows students to share what they have learned so far from the presentation with a partner during 2 minutes. Students will rest a bit their brain so they will be focused for the next chunk of info. This is a very good strategie for the presenter to use in order to keep the audience ´s attention. Also, in this chapter, Burmark (2011) describes different ways on how a presenter can get closer to the audience. Burmark (2011) recommends the integration of humor to connect with the audience. Also, it is recommended to interact with the audience before, during and after the presentation. It is extremely important to get to know the audience, and their names i f possible. Also, a presenter can give relevant freebies away. According to Burmark (2011), the more senses the presenter engaged while the delivering of the presentation the more concrete the experience will be.
References
Burmark, L. (2011). They Snooze You Lose: The educator´s guide to succesful presentations. San Francisco, CA: Jossey-Bass
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