GirlBye 27,959 Posted November 12, 2017 Share Posted November 12, 2017 im going to have to lead a seminar discussion soon for a class im taking and im so nervous ive never talked in that class and i just don't have that ability to lead conversations for 5 min let alone for more than a hour i don't think ive ever even talked that long wondering if anyone has any tips for this shy soul... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
abra 40,910 Posted November 12, 2017 Share Posted November 12, 2017 What is the topic? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
YamaChan 11,194 Posted November 12, 2017 Share Posted November 12, 2017 Practice relentlessly. I find preparation being a huge key in alleviating nervousness when it comes to public speaking. I haven't led a seminar, but I've had to be an instructor for department onboarding in the corporate world. Go in with a plan and you'll be less susceptible to falling prey to nerves. I recommend perhaps practicing with a friend who has some free time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GirlBye 27,959 Posted November 12, 2017 Author Share Posted November 12, 2017 What is the topic? it's a book we're reading on intelligence agencies im not worried about the material but more so how to guide a discussion...idk im just lost Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
YamaChan 11,194 Posted November 12, 2017 Share Posted November 12, 2017 it's a book we're reading on intelligence agencies im not worried about the material but more so how to guide a discussion...idk im just lost Master the art of open-ended questions. Knowing how to ask them and how to respond to them will be invaluable after college as well. http://www.mediacollege.com/journalism/interviews/open-ended-questions.html Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Arthur Morgan 3,556 Posted November 12, 2017 Share Posted November 12, 2017 pretend you know what youre talking about and practice often Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scoopula 5,670 Posted November 12, 2017 Share Posted November 12, 2017 be interactive ask questions make references to real life experiences or personal stories Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pirine 4,209 Posted November 12, 2017 Share Posted November 12, 2017 I had to lead a socratic seminar for a final in my philosophy class, ive found what help me the most is preparing an argument for every side to the argument with facts to back it up. Then writing up provoking questions to continue on the conversation. Also asksing questions to people who havent spoken to make sure everyone talks. I never talked in that clas either and it was really hard for me. But i managed to get a B on it, so you should be fine. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
abra 40,910 Posted November 12, 2017 Share Posted November 12, 2017 it's a book we're reading on intelligence agencies im not worried about the material but more so how to guide a discussion...idk im just lost They should've given you some instructions, right? Maybe make a list of discussion points and questions you might frame the discussions around? Also be prepared to be a bit flexible since the discussions might take more/less time than expected. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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