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Discover effective strategies for delivering memorable horse-related presentations. Learn how to select captivating topics, such as horse colors or proper bit fitting. This guide also covers the format of various presentations, including individual and team presentations, as well as tips for using visual aids like slides and videos. Gain insights into scoring criteria, organization, and stage presence to engage your audience effectively. Whether you're sharing your knowledge on barrel racing tack or discussing riding sidesaddle, this resource equips you for success in public speaking about horses.
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Horse Public Presentations By Judy Alishauskas
Choosing a topic • What color is this horse? • Dapple grey, Flea bitten grey, Roan, white, Appaloosa? • Topic: Horse Colors • Must be horse related • Something that confuses you • Something that interests you • 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: be sure to repeat the questions audience can hear question
How the competition works • County Level • Regional Level • State Level • National Level (Sr. only)
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
Slide/Audio Presentation • 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 • 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/rulebook/edevents/index.html