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After every 10-15 minutes, ask each audience member to turn to the person next to them. They should tell a story, answer a question, or say what they learned. I do this on the final day of most classes I teach. We look back over the entire quarter and go through each course learning outcome. Each student tells the student next to them how they achieved this learning outcome.

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Create four quadrants in the room. Ask a question that is opinion-based. Tell people to stand in the corner that aligns with their response. I use this method to teach how all customers are different when seeking a communication style from the customer service provider.

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Split the room into small teams. Give each team an activity. There can even be prizes for the winners of scenarios this way!

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I teach problem-solving needing to align with critical thinking by handing student groups random objects (e.g., deck of cards, Monopoly board, chess game). I then ask students to explain something complex that we learned during the lesson using the object metaphorically.

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Silent discussions - Most of you have seen me use this technique before. This is a favorite of mine in HFTP audiences. Research shows that if someone documents their thoughts before learning about something, then they are best able to realize the change they see when the lesson ends. If you have ever partaken in my "Yellow Sticky Note" exercise then you have done this one before.

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If you are trying to promote active listening or dynamic participation in a room where you know you have individuals with expertise, then an awesome way to get them to share their expertise is to sit them down in the middle of the room and answer questions. Imagine something like this: You have a 6-question Kahoot to begin your session. Then, the Top-3 individuals get a prize: A seat in the middle of the room! They answer questions about the topic because they have already proven they know the topic well. What a prize, right? But it does always work well when I am teaching case studies about a topic. This way I know who prepared well for the day's class.

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Pitching a Problem - Have an audience member pitch a problem they are dealing with in the real world, in the session, that aligns with the session. Then use that as an example while the entire room solves the problem together.

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Know your audience, define key takeaways, structure your 60 minutes, room setup essentials.

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Visual best practices, the 6x6 rule, fonts and colors, keeping it simple

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Voice and body language, pacing strategies, managing nerves, connecting with your audience.

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Look at Justin's Tips.

Start with energy - Open with a question, interesting statistic, or brief story rather than jumping straight into content.

Use the 3-second rule - After asking a question, count to three silently before moving on. This gives people time to think and often encourages responses.

Move around the room - Don't stay planted behind a podium. Walking closer to your audience creates connection and keeps their attention.

Ask for a show of hands - Simple yes/no or multiple choice questions get everyone physically involved without putting anyone on the spot.

Use their names - When someone shares or asks a question, use their name when you respond. It makes the interaction personal.

Share brief personal examples - Quick stories from your own experience make you relatable and help illustrate your points.

Pause for effect - Strategic silence after making an important point gives the audience time to absorb the information.

Make eye contact - Look at different sections of the room throughout your presentation, not just the front row or your slides.

Acknowledge the room's energy - If people seem tired, address it directly and maybe do a quick energizer activity.

End sections with "What questions do you have?" rather than "Any questions?" The first phrasing assumes engagement rather than hoping for it.

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If you are doing activities that Justin suggested, like: Yellow Sticky Note Reflection, Expert Hot Seat, or Real-World Problem Pitch, make sure to know if these will work well in setting or how to make them successful add ins.

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Handling difficult questions, time management, closing strong, follow-up best practices.

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Keep text minimal - Aim for no more than six bullet points with six words each. Your slides should support your talk, not replace it.

Use large, readable fonts - Nothing smaller than 24-point font, and stick to simple, clean typefaces like Arial or Calibri that are easy to read from the back of the room.

Choose high contrast colors - Dark text on light backgrounds or light text on dark backgrounds. Avoid color combinations that are hard to distinguish or problematic for colorblind viewers.

One main idea per slide - Each slide should focus on a single concept or point. If you're covering multiple ideas, break them into separate slides.

Use visuals strategically - Include relevant images, charts, or diagrams that add meaning rather than just decoration. A powerful photo can be worth more than paragraphs of text.

Keep animations simple - Stick to basic transitions like fade or appear. Fancy animations often distract from your message and can look unprofessional.

Include slide numbers - This helps with navigation during Q&A sessions when people reference specific slides.

Test your slides beforehand - Check how they look on the actual presentation screen and equipment you'll be using, not just your laptop.

Have a backup plan - Save your presentation in multiple formats and bring it on different devices in case of technical issues.

End with contact information - Your final slide should include ways for the audience to reach you for follow-up questions or connections.

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Polling and Q&A platforms - Mentimeter, Poll Everywhere, and Slido let audiences respond to questions in real-time using their phones, creating instant feedback and participation.

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Kahoot and Quizizz turn review sessions into competitive games that get everyone involved and energized.

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Miro, Mural, and Padlet allow collaborative brainstorming where participants can add ideas simultaneously, either in person or virtually.

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Short, relevant multimedia content can break up talking and illustrate points more effectively than words alone.