Your original post must be at least 200 words in length.

It must reference the text or course learning materials at least once. Please note that even if the question asks for an opinion, you are still expected to support opinions with references to course materials and any other credible academic sources to support your opinions.

Do not use Internet sources other than those provided in the course materials. APA format is not necessary for your Discussion Board when citing references, but you are required to acknowledge your resources: In the narrative, describe where information was obtained. For example, "As mentioned in Chapter 2 of the course textbook, prioritizing tasks is..." or "As mentioned in the intellipath lesson for Unit 2..."

Your two response posts must be at least 75 words in length. Responses should contribute to the conversation by being reflective, specific, and engaging. Quick responses (such as "I agree" or "Thank you!") will not be counted as adequate.

Your first contribution must be posted before midnight CST (Central time) on Friday of each week. You must make 2 additional posts-on separate days between Saturday and Tuesday-before midnight CST. The original response and the peer responses can be completed in any order.

For assistance in supporting your assignment, please use your text and all course materials.

Assignment Details

When starting to prepare a presentation, it is important to conduct research on your topic and do some prewriting or free writing. Creating an outline of the presentation helps you to be clear on the type of presentation, the intended audience, the purpose, and the main points you wish to make.

Based on the readings for this unit and your personal experience as a speaker or audience member, what 2 pieces of advice do you have to offer your classmates on any of these aspects of presentation preparation?