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experienced and considerate presenter (Figure 13-1). Even the quality and color of the paper used in handouts
can add or detract from the overall impression.10–12 More information on creating effective media is found in
Chapter 14.
Figure 13-1 ■ Select simple messages to support oral presentations.
Source: Partnership for Food Safety Education
CASE ANALYSIS 5
What media could Joan plan to use in her presentation?
Delivery Techniques
The written text and the oral presentation are entirely different. There is no objection to a presenter initially
writing out the entire talk. This involves carefully organizing the information to be presented using whatever
systematic order seems appropriate, such as topics, steps, or other framework. However, once the talk is
written, the speaker needs to recognize that the written manuscript represents the “science” of a presentation,
whereas the actual delivery represents the “art.” Each time it is delivered, the presentation should be somewhat
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