It has been nothing but crazy in school lately and I cannot wait to cross the finish line! It seems as if this time of the semester everyone is getting antsy for their papers and finals to be complete and then relax! I know I am looking forward to it being over!
One thing that I was able to do today was a presentation (my one of two this semester) and work on my fear of public speaking. It went as well as expected... I had flash cards with what information I needed to get across, but I most definitely sounded as if I was working off a script. One thing my teacher mentioned to me that when I went off script, I sounded a lot more relaxed and comfortable. I knew I needed the script to keep from saying, "UMMMMMMM" and have those dreaded long pauses.
While it was super uncomfortable, I was happy to have done it. It helps me grow each time and I was able to take some advice from my teacher that did help. She told me to take my time and really think about talking slowly. This way, you don't sound rushed and you can actually get your words out clearly. Again, it did help, but I still freaked out! :)
We are almost done guys! Good luck with your presentations, projects and reports!
Candace,
ReplyDeleteI am glad the semester is almost over too! Giving a speech is so hard, and I am always nervous. You did it!! I wish you luck in the future!
Cannot wait to go back home (China), because it seems only in China I don't have to do assignments and papers, lol. Anyways, good luck with your final exams and projects!!
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