BODY LANGUAGE IN PRESENTATION

BODY LANGUAGE IN PRESENTATION

More than what behaviour reveals, it is the non-verbal behaviour that is of

significance. Self respect, confident behaviour and tone and eye contact are

some positive indicators.

Some of the ways in which body language can improve the desired

atmosphere

1 Keeping eye contact with the audience you are talking to, and with every

one in the hall.

2 Standing ‘tall’ and walking in with head held high, instead of shuffling

in, head bowed;

3 Having a calm, relaxed face – smiling and laughing easily;

4 Using facial expressions that show you are listening and responding to

what the audience is saying;

5 Smiling and nodding when a student is saying something;

6 Walking around the class when a discussion is going on;

7 Walking towards the person who is talking;

8 Capturing and holding attention of the class through exaggerated

movements when explaining something;

9 Using your voice appropriately in different situations, e.g. whispering

when required along with gestures;

10 Using inclusive language such as, yesterday we read about ….. and

11 Wearing smart and comfortable clothing.

Your body language should show that you are willing to lead without

bullying. Avoid the following as they are signs of indifference and casualness:

1 Do not slouch;

2 Do not look out of the window while teaching/while students are

completing an assigned task;

3 Do not wear very informal clothing such as jeans and a T-Shirt;

4 Do not remove your shoes and sit in class;

5 Do not fold your arms and speak to the class;

6 Do not keep playing with your pen/fingers while teaching/listening to

students;

7 Do not sit with your face/jaw on your hand with a faraway look in your

eyes; and

8 Keeping your hands in your pockets or tying your tie loosely around

your neck are indicators of a careless/casual attitude.