由國立臺灣師範大學特聘教授兼副教務長劉宇挺主講的講座「精彩演講的秘訣：頂尖演說家的技巧與經驗分享 Delivering Compelling Presentations: Tips and Lessons From Top Public Speakers」11月21日於達賢圖書館羅家倫講堂圓滿落幕。此次活動吸引了來自各界的專業人士、教授和學生，大家齊聚一堂，共同探討如何在公開演講中打動觀眾，提升表達力。此講座由政大英語教學資源中心主辦，中心主任鍾曉芳主持，並邀請教學發展中心主任廖興中擔任開幕嘉賓。

劉宇挺首先從自身經歷出發，分享了演講中不可忽視的核心技巧。他強調演講不僅僅是傳遞資訊，更是一場與觀眾的心靈對話，因此與聽眾的眼神交流極為重要，而且他點出一個很多人都會犯的心理錯誤：「你不能假裝臺下都沒觀眾，因為這樣等於是你在孤立自己！」要試圖與觀眾建立連結，才能使整場演講氣氛活絡不冷場。此外必須思考一場演講當中，是不是有幾個「Aha moment」，意即讓觀眾在某一刻突然領悟，或明白某個重要概念，通常是之前沒想過的、創新的，或之前有遇過卻沒想過可以這麼做的概念。而「Takeaway message 」則是身為一個演講者希望觀眾帶回家並反思的重點內容，例如演講、會議或課程結束後，聽眾應該記住的核心信息或主要教訓。

此外肢體動作也很重要，劉宇挺解釋了「Low power gestures」跟「High power gestures」的差別，多數對演講或上臺報告不太熟悉的同學，很容易擺出Low power gestures──顯示防禦、不安或缺乏自信的動作，例如雙手交叉於胸前，縮小身體空間，手在桌下或藏於身後，這類動作通常占據較少空間，給人缺乏能量的感覺。他建議盡量使用High power gestures，展現自信、權威和掌控感的動作，例如雙手張開或放在桌面上、大幅度手勢、站姿挺直等，這類動作通常占據更多空間，給人游刃有餘之感，使觀眾更願意聽你的演講。

劉宇挺提到必須深入了解自己，才能以最適合自己的方式演講，並使人印象深刻。他分享了自己的一個求職經歷，面試官要求在一句話之內，回答為什麼來這裡面試，劉宇挺那時想著如果給五分鐘可以講很多，但只用一句話實在是太有限制了，沒想到身旁的對手堅定地說，來此是為了要改變這個地方！從這個經驗中劉宇挺領悟到：「你必須讓觀眾看到你的個性和優勢，而不是僅僅呈現事實。」這一點成為了整場演講的核心理念，展示真實的自我才是打動聽眾的關鍵。

活動進行的過程中，劉宇挺也會穿插互動環節，讓參與者進行現場練習。其中一個肢體練習活動叫做「Walk-stop-talk技巧」，把觀眾分成三區塊，在每一區塊找到一位願意跟講者眼神交流的聽眾，每講到一個轉折點就可以移動位子，在三區塊間找到眼神對應的聽眾。透過這個技巧可以讓對演講還不太熟悉的人，學會如何正視觀眾及減少恐懼。至於第二個提升演講技巧的小練習，他先請一位同學出去講堂外幾秒鐘，接著在幾位觀眾身上，分別貼了黃色與粉色的紙條，接著請同學回來，讓她在自我介紹的同時，計算每個顏色紙條的數量，透過這種方式讓同學的眼神在觀眾間移動，達到與視線交流的效果。

此次活動不僅讓參與者獲得了關於演講的技巧與經驗，更讓大家意識到演講是一門藝術，通過表達自我，激發觀眾思考來傳遞信息。講者精彩的演說與實用的教學，讓每位參與者都獲得了寶貴的知識與啟發，更加自信地去面對未來的公開演講挑戰​。敬請期待本中心精心準備的下一場講座，讓我們一起繼續學習與成長。

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On Thursday, November 21, 2024, the lecture "Delivering Compelling Presentations: Tips and Lessons From Top Public Speakers," presented by Professor Yeu-Ting, Liu, Distinguished Professor and Associate Vice President of National Taiwan Normal University, concluded successfully at the Luo Chia-Luen Hall, the Dah Hsian Seetoo Library, NCCU. The event attracted many professionals, students and teachers from various areas who gathered to explore how to enhance their presentation skills and engage audiences. This lecture was hosted by Professor Siaw-Fong Chung, the director of the NCCU EMI Resource Center and featured Associate Professor Hsin-Chung Liao Associate Vice President of the Bilingual Education and Multicultural Promotion Office as the opening guest.

Professor Yeu-Ting Liu began the lecture by sharing essential presentation techniques drawn from his own experiences. He emphasized that a presentation is not merely about conveying information but building a profound connection with the audience. He highlighted the importance of maintaining eye contact and pointed out a common mistake: "You cannot pretend the audience doesn't exist because this is to isolate yourself." Instead, he suggested that establishing a relationship with the audience is a good way to keep the presentation engaging and lively. Professor Liu also discussed the importance of incorporating "Aha moments" into a presentation—moments that provide the audience with sudden insights or realizations about innovative concepts or overlooked perspectives. Additionally, he explained the significance of the "takeaway message," which is the core idea or lesson the speaker wants the audience to remember and reflect upon after the presentation, such as the key insights from a lecture, meeting, or class.

Body language was another critical topic Professor Liu addressed. He explained the differences between "low power gestures" and "high power gestures." Many students unfamiliar with public speaking tend to display low power gestures, such as crossing their arms, shrinking their body space, or hiding their hands behind their back or under a desk. These actions convey defensiveness, insecurity, or a lack of confidence, often leaving an impression of low energy. In contrast, Professor Liu recommended adopting high power gestures to exude confidence, authority, and control. Examples include open hand movements, placing hands on the table, large gestures, or straight up, which occupy more space and give the impression of being poised and capable, thereby making the audience more willing to engage with the speaker.

Professor Liu also stressed the importance of self-awareness, explaining that understanding oneself is the key to deliver effective and impactful presentations. He shared a personal job interview experience where he was asked to explain, in a single sentence, why he wanted the job. While he felt constrained by the restriction, his competitor answered confidently, "I came here to make a difference." This response made Professor Liu realize that it was important to showcase one’s personality and strengths, rather than merely present facts. This became a central idea of his lecture: being authentic is the key to captivating the audience.

Throughout the event, Professor Liu incorporated interactive activities to help participants practice their skills. One exercise, called the "Walk-Stop-Talk Technique," involved dividing the audience into three sections. The student who acted as the speaker was instructed to make eye contact with three audiences from three separated sections. When she was making a transition point in her speech, she had to move her eye contact with the selected audience in a different section. This technique helps beginners learn to face the audience confidently and reduce stage fright. In another exercise, Professor Liu asked a participant to step outside for a moment. Meanwhile, he placed yellow and pink stickers on some of the audience. When the student returned, they were tasked with introducing themselves while simultaneously counting the number of stickers of each color. This activity encouraged the student to shift their gaze around the room, improving eye contact and audience engagement.

This lecture not only equipped participants with valuable presentation skills and insights but also underscored that public speaking is an art—a process of expressing oneself, inspiring the audience, and delivering impactful messages. We extend our gratitude to Professor Liu for his enlightening talk and practical teaching, which left every participant with newfound knowledge and confidence to tackle future public speaking challenges. Stay tuned for our upcoming events, as we continue to learn and grow together!

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