Transcript Horse Public Presentations - Cornell Cooperative Extension of

Horse Public
Presentations
By Judy Alishauskas
Choosing a topic
• Must be
horse related
• Something
that confuses
you
• Something
that interests
you
•What color is this
horse?
Dapple grey, Flea
bitten grey, Roan,
white, Appaloosa?
Topic: Horse
Colors
•Personally I was
really interested in
riding sidesaddle
and looking to buy
one
Topic: Buying a
sidesaddle
Title
• Short, but interesting
How to properly fit a bit to your horse’s
mouth
Fit the Bit
• Catches listener’s attention
Barrel Racing Tack
The Tack-nicalities of Barrel Racing
Visual Aids
• Posters, Power
Point Presentation
• Videos, Pictures
• Handouts
• Props
• Clothing choices
can be used as
props
• No actual animals
The Presentation- some details
• Intro:
just like the title- catch listener’s attention, short, to
the point
• Timing:
aim for a few minutes longer than minimum time
allotted incase you talk a little faster than normal
• Notes: are allowed, but don’t rely on them (practice
without)
• Conclusion: like the intro- short, relevant
• Cite References: bring in your actual sources if
possible (or a picture of the source)
• Questions:
hear question
be sure to repeat the questions audience can
How the competition works
• County Level
• Regional Level
• State Level
• National Level (Sr. only)
Types of Horse
Presentations
(With National Competition)
Individual Presentations
• Done individually
• Must pertain to horse
industry
• Demonstration (step by
step with end result) or
Illustrated Talk (on idea
or topic)
• 9-12 Minutes
Team Presentation
• 2 presenters
– Equal roles
– Same age
division
• Demonstration
or Illustrated
Talk
• 10-15 minutes
Score Sheet
• Introduction: create interest, to the point
Score Sheet
• Introduction: create interest, to the point
• Organization: step by step, used visuals, main
ideas
Score Sheet
• Introduction: create interest, to the point
• Organization: step by step, used visuals, main
ideas
• Content & Accuracy: facts correct, enough
info, cited
Score Sheet
• Introduction: create interest, to the point
• Organization: step by step, used visuals, main
ideas
• Content & Accuracy: facts correct, enough
info, cited
• Stage Presence: speed, eye contact, dress
Score Sheet
• Introduction: create interest, to the point
• Organization: step by step, used visuals, main
ideas
• Content & Accuracy: facts correct, enough
info, cited
• Stage Presence: speed, eye contact, dress
• Delivery: voice control, pronunciation, notes
Score Sheet
• Introduction: create interest, to the point
• Organization: step by step, used visuals, main
ideas
• Content & Accuracy: facts correct, enough
info, cited
• Stage Presence: speed, eye contact, dress
• Delivery: voice control, pronunciation, notes
• Effect on Audience: interest
Score Sheet
• Introduction: create interest, to the point
• Organization: step by step, used visuals, main
ideas
• Content & Accuracy: facts correct, enough info,
cited
• Stage Presence: speed, eye contact, dress
• Delivery: voice control, pronunciation, notes
• Effect on Audience: interest
• Summary: short, review key points, questions
Public Speaking
• Individual event
• No visual aids, may
use notes
• 7-10 minutes
• Scoring:
– Easy to follow
(organization)
– Overall stage
presence
Types of Horse Presentations
(Without National Competition)
Slide/Audio Presentation
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Slides with audio player
30-80 Slides
20-30 minutes
Up to 10 participants
Scoring:
– Slide Quality
– Audio
– Graphics, Music, Credits
Videotaped Presentation
• 20-30 minutes
• Up to 10 participants
• Camera work: clarity, focus,
editing
• Script: coordination with
video, clarity
• Timing, explanation
Impromptu Speaking
• Senior only
• No prior knowledge of topic
– Chose between 2 topics
– 15 minutes to prepare
– No visual aids
• 5-8 minutes
Final Thoughts
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Many options of presentation types
Be sure to practice (esp. with strict time limits)
Look at score sheet before competition
For more info check out the NY 4-H Horse
Educational Events Rule Book:
– http://www.ansci.cornell.edu/4H/horses/ruleboo
k/edevents/index.html
Thanks!
Any Questions??