Analytical Reflection

Thinking back, my heart beat would still accelerate when I visualise the moment when I presented to my class. Indeed, those preparations over the weekend and the wee hours during the weekdays paid off. However, my lecturer and I have found out and pinpoint on a few improvements that can be made.

Firstly, I need to work on using audio-visual aids to better express my ideas during the presentation. After the mock oral presentation, my fellow classmates have given me a few valuable tips.  Raynor was the first to give his comments to me. He commented on the part where I showcase my group’s idea of the proposed solution. He thinks that the way I presented was rather unclear and disorganized. He emphasised that there are a lot of technical engineering terms that layman would not understand. With his input, I have made improvements by adding in animation video clips to better explain the content and reshuffled the flow of my presentation by considering from the point of view of an audience.

Secondly, I would have to improve on my body posture when I am waiting for my turn for the presentation and while presenting. My lecturers have commented on the way I stand and how I made small movement throughout the duration of the whole presentation. She mentioned that I was seen supporting myself with a single leg and fidgeting with my hands. These are small actions which can create a major negative impression of myself, which can hinder my overall confidence and image that I portray to the audience.

All in all, I have benefited much from this mock presentation. I am looking forward to applying the skills I have picked up and show the improved version of myself on the day of the actual presentation.