2026 (Current Year) Faculty Courses Liberal arts and basic science courses English language courses
Academic Presentation 10 2
- Academic unit or major
- English language courses
- Instructor(s)
- Andrew Kottler
- Class Format
- Exercise (Face-to-face)
- Media-enhanced courses
- -
- Day of week/Period
(Classrooms) - 5-6 Thu (W3-205(W322))
- Class
- 2
- Course Code
- LAE.E342
- Number of credits
- 010
- Course offered
- 2026
- Offered quarter
- 2Q
- Syllabus updated
- Mar 13, 2026
- Language
- English
Syllabus
Course overview and goals
All of the "Academic Presentation" courses are designed to provide students with the tools to deliver effective presentations with confidence. As these are practice-oriented courses, students will deliver multiple presentations throughout the term. Furthermore, students will sharpen their listening skills by learning how to ask good questions and become active listeners.
Course description and aims
By the end of this course, students will be able to deliver well-framed individual presentations followed by question and answer sessions, be aware of verbal and non-verbal messages while engaging the audience in their topics, and field questions from the audience.
Student learning outcomes
実務経験と講義内容との関連 (又は実践的教育内容)
This course is taught by an instructor who works professionally as a theatre director, writer, and performer. He will use his experience to teach effective expression and presentation skills.
Keywords
Presentation skills, listening skills, communication skills
Competencies
- Specialist skills
- Intercultural skills
- Communication skills
- Critical thinking skills
- Practical and/or problem-solving skills
Class flow
This class will give students the tools to prepare and execute an effective presentation. A variety of theatrical and public speaking methods will be introduced in order to gude students toward their final presentation project. Exact subject matter may differ from that laid out in the syllabus in order to follow educational needs of the students. If the number of students wishing to enroll exceeds the limit, enrollment may be restricted. All prospective students must attend the first class.
Course schedule/Objectives
| Course schedule | Objectives | |
|---|---|---|
| Class 1 | Introduction to class expectations and requirements. Interview and presentation of new students. Review of key concepts of Academic Presentation 9; "just stand", "box", and "impromptu monologue" exercises. |
Spoken fluency, vocabulary, presentation structure, reading |
| Class 2 | Staying present while speaking. Introduction and demonstration of the Mesisner Technique, followed by student practice. |
Spoken fluency, posture, eye contact, gestures, voice control, active listening |
| Class 3 | An exploration of status: Students will watch and practice status exercises recognizing the difference between low and high status in both the body and presentation style. |
Spoken fluency, posture, eye contact, gestures, voice control, active listening |
| Class 4 | Choosing a final project. Students will be given in-class time to choose and present the subject matter for their final presentation project. |
Reading, spoken fluency, note-taking |
| Class 5 | Advanced inner-critic work. Using the "Box" exercise, students will give voice to their inner critic while delivering a monologue. |
Spoken fluency, posture, eye contact, gestures, voice control, active listening |
| Class 6 | Focusing on breathing, body posture, and eye contact in regard to presentations. Students will practice their final presentations with with attention to the above aspects of communication. |
Practice oral presentation skills. Formulating feedback to fellow students. Active listening. |
| Class 7 | Students will deliver their opinion presentation, followed by feedback, incorporating all of the skills learned this quarter |
All of the above presentation skills |
Study advice (preparation and review)
To enhance effective learning, students are encouraged to spend approximately 100 minutes preparing for class and another 100 minutes reviewing class content afterwards (including assignments) for each class.
They should do so by referring to textbooks and other course material.
Textbook(s)
Handouts
Reference books, course materials, etc.
Relevant websites and online learning sites will be provided as necessary during the class,
Evaluation methods and criteria
Class participation 40%, Homework 30%, Final Presentation 30%
Related courses
- LAE.E341 ： Academic Presentation 9
Prerequisites
None