I was asked to co-present an OTF (Ontario Teachers Federation) Connects webinar. It was quite a learning experience! I realized that I rely a great deal on the ability to interact with my audience face to face and so presenting online using only audio features and cues stretched my presentation style. Although I was very familiar with the material and had great confidence in my co-presenter Diana Maliszewski I was forced to step out of my comfort zone with the style of presentation. I needed to consider what and how I delivered the content knowing that people could see a static image. I also had to remember to monitor the chat feature to communicate which can be a distraction when you are speaking. Most participants chose to participate through chat and not the microphone I didn't realize how much I rely on visual cues from my audience to gauge pace and interest when I present in a face-to-face setting.
Our presentation was well organized and facilitated by an expert and we completed the webinar with no technical glitches. I thought things had gone smoothly and I was glad to see that only one participant had left the session during the 90 minutes.
Our presentation was well organized and facilitated by an expert and we completed the webinar with no technical glitches. I thought things had gone smoothly and I was glad to see that only one participant had left the session during the 90 minutes.
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