The Presenter's Fieldbook: A Practical Guide

by Robert J. Garmston

Overview

Proper presentations have the power to persuade and transform people and organizations. This is a book about the art of presenting. Using current knowledge about learning, this book describes best practices for designing, delivering, debriefing, and growing from the presenting experience. Some highlights include how to give a two minute speech, getting comfortable in your own skin, overcoming resistance and audience fatigue, and how to de-demonize the personal digital devices in training rooms today.

What’s new in this edition is information on interactive presentation technology, making the first 5 minutes magical, a new treatment of presentation design, and attention to cultural mindfulness. This third edition continues to be a guidebook for anyone who has ever stood before a group to make a presentation – novices and experts alike. For novices the book provides a respected foundation upon which to enhance learning for adults. For experienced presenters it offers an opportunity to fine tune your work in specific areas. For the specialist, professor, or trainer of those teaching adults, it serves as a curriculum guide.

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Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781442223677
Publisher:	Bloomsbury Academic
Publication date:	02/01/2018
Series:	Christopher-Gordon New Editions Series
Edition description:	Third Edition
Pages:	202
Product dimensions:	6.90(w) x 9.90(h) x 0.60(d)

About the Author

Robert J. Garmston writes from his experiences as a teacher, principal, superintendent, professor and international consultant. A presenter on five continents, Co-Developer of Cognitive Coaching and Adaptive Schools and recognized by the National Staff Development Council for Contributions to Staff Development, his books have been translated into five languages.

Table of Contents

Preface to the Third Edition
How to Read this Book
Acknowledgments

PART I: MAKING A DIFFFERENCE

Chapter 1:To Midwife a Renaissance
Teach to Transform
Be a Guide
Speak to Four Audiences
Engage Internal Resources

Chapter 2: Fostering Efficacy, and Cultural Mindfulness
Empowering Audiences
Making Your Presentation a Gift
Cultural Mindfulness

PART II EVENT DESIGN

Chapter 3: Developing A Designer’s Mind
Who’s Coming?
Aims, Outcomes, and Goals

Chapter 4: Selecting Content and Interactions
Ratio of Content to Process Time
How Will the Audience Connect With the Content?
An Information Learning Cycle

Chapter 5: Save Planning Time
Nine Presentation Containers
The Two-Minute Speech
Which Container Might You Use?

Chapter 6: Before the Opening
Presentation as Theatre
Setting the Mood With Music
Taking Care of You & Confidence

PART III ON YOUR FEET

Chapter 7: Agendas and Openings
The Public Agenda
Your Personal Agenda
How to Open
Rapport is First

Chapter 8: Giving Clear Directions
The First Three Principles
Beyond the Basics
Mentally Rehearse

Chapter 9: Delivering Your Message with Humor
Dos and Don'ts of Humor
Why People Laugh

Chapter 10: Responding to Questions
Personal Pause Time
Be Strategic
Response Criteria
Research on Presenter Responses

Chapter 11: Closing Memorably

PART IV MOVING BEYOND THE ORDINARY

Chapter 12: Anticipating Challenges
How to Maintain Momentum Even in Slow Downs
Eight Strategies to Keep Your Audience Tuned In
Keeping Awake and Learning After Lunch

Chapter 13: The Art and Science of Nonverbal Skills
In the Beginning
The Brain and Body
The First Five Minutes

Chapter 14: Brilliantly Co-Present Your First Event
Understanding Co-Presenting
Five Forms
Foundations
Taking the Platform

Chapter 15: Creating Graphics With Ease and Confidence
How To See What You Are Looking At
“Suggestionism”
Considering Design
Not Just Taking Up Space
Lettering and Color
The Process of “Un-Naming”
Some Basic Visual Display Formats

Chapter 16: Using Presentation Technology
PowerPoint Tips
Perils and Prizes of Presentation Technology

PART V POST SCRIPT AND APPENDICES

Why Cats Have Clean Paws: The Myths of Feedback
Appendix A: Sample Client Materials List
Appendix B: Room Arrangement
References
About the Authors

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Editorial Reviews

How delighted I am that we now have access to the Third Edition of The Presenter’s Fieldbook. This should be among the first books any new learning leader reads. It is a must read for individuals working with adult learners. It is an absolute must for your reference bookshelf.” —Stephanie Hirsh, Former Executive Director, Learning Forward

“There is nothing as comprehensive and insightful as Bob Garmston’s Field Guide. It’s concrete, full of examples and wise. From room arrangement to subtle interactive skills; from focusing participant attention to handling difficult questions – it’s all here.” —Jon Saphier, founder and chairman, Research for Better Teaching

“In 20 years of organizing professional learning for the Near East South Asia Council of Overseas Schools (“NESA”) none have been more effective or well received than those using the skills and techniques developed by Bob Garmston and described in The Presenter’s Field Book. For any presenter this is a tool kit to continuous improvement.” —David Chojnacki, Executive Director Emeritus, Near East South Asia Council of Overseas Schools

“Just when you think that you have all of your presentations set, you learn from the artists about how to make them even better! Practical and accessible this book is a testimony to all of us who aspire to be the inspiration for professional learning that helps us develop the power of collaboration.” —Bena Kallick, co-founder and co-director, Institute for Habits of Mind

From the Publisher

In 20 years of organizing professional learning for the Near East South Asia Council of Overseas Schools (“NESA”) none have been more effective or well received than those using the skills and techniques developed by Bob Garmston and described in The Presenter’s Field Book. For any presenter this is a tool kit to continuous improvement.

David Chojnacki

Just when you think that you have all of your presentations set, you learn from the artists about how to make them even better! Practical and accessible this book is a testimony to all of us who aspire to be the inspiration for professional learning that helps us develop the power of collaboration.

Bena Kallick

There is nothing as comprehensive and insightful as Bob Garmston’s Field Guide. It’s concrete, full of examples and wise. From room arrangement to subtle interactive skills; from focusing participant attention to handling difficult questions – it’s all here.

Jon Saphier

How delighted I am that we now have access to the Third Edition of The Presenter’s Fieldbook. This should be among the first books any new learning leader reads. It is a must read for individuals working with adult learners. It is an absolute must for your reference bookshelf.

Stephanie Hirsh

Presentations are no longer just for the ‘experts’ and outside consultants. The need for training on how to make winning presentations is greater than ever in this information age. I know of no other resource that is this comprehensive in its offering of useful content that relate to making top notch presentations. Besides being an indispensable resource for those who are new to staff development, this book also is a MUST for veteran presenters like myself. . . . I will immediately begin to apply the practical suggestions offered in this resource. Garmston really knows the realities of presenting to teachers and his suggestions work!

Lori Oczkus