Exchange Student

An Exchange Student

Know your country

Know your host-country

Suggestions on public speaking

A good speech can only be achieved through preparation & practiced. Remember the cliché "practice makes perfect"
Practice in front of a mirror & make use of a tape recorder
Voice projection is important. You must remember that you must talk so the person who is in the back of the room can hear you clearly
Eye contact is a must with any audience. Don't read your speech!!!
Plan your speech in full, then transfer it to small note cards. Do not transfer every word. Use a highlighter to emphasize key words
Include humor in your presentation
Consider including an anecdote, one that serves to climax your message such as an example or incident
Remember the time limit on your speech. You may want to place your watch on the table in front of you
Vary your tempo, expression & emphasis. A monotone is boring
Your audience won't eat you. Relax and SMILE :-)

Personal presentation

Do not

Do not be critical
Do not believe that you know it all
Do not advise your host-country that your country have a better way or method
Do not tell your host that your country is the best country in the world, let them determine that by your actions, your presentations, & your kindness
Do not put yourself at risk

Things you need to take with you

The basic fundamentals which lead to a successful exchange student

Five magic phrases

Tips for you who wants to be an exchange student :

*Prepare yourself to be far away from your family, do everything by yourself and try to solve problems on your own*

E-Mail us if you need more help :

exchange_student@hotmail.com