How do you present educational technology designs to different audiences?

1 Know your audience

Before you start designing your presentation, you need to know who your audience is, what they already know about your topic, what they want to learn from you, and what challenges or questions they may have. You can use surveys, interviews, or online tools to gather some information about your audience and their background, goals, and preferences. This will help you decide on the content, tone, and format of your presentation, as well as the level of detail and interactivity you need to provide.

2 Choose your format

Depending on your audience and your purpose, you may choose different formats for your educational technology presentation. For example, you may use a slide deck, a video, a poster, a demo, or a combination of these. You should consider the advantages and disadvantages of each format, such as the ease of creation, the clarity of communication, the engagement of the audience, and the technical requirements. You should also align your format with the time and space available for your presentation, as well as the expectations of your audience.

3 Focus on the problem and the solution

One of the most important aspects of your educational technology presentation is to clearly define the problem you are trying to solve and the solution you are proposing. You should explain why the problem is relevant and important for your audience, how your solution addresses the problem, and what benefits and outcomes your solution can offer. You should also provide evidence and examples to support your claims, such as data, testimonials, or case studies. You should avoid using jargon or technical terms that may confuse or alienate your audience, and instead use simple and clear language that they can understand and relate to.

4 Show and tell

Another key element of your educational technology presentation is to show and tell your audience how your solution works and what it looks like. You should use visuals, such as images, diagrams, screenshots, or videos, to illustrate your design and demonstrate its features and functions. You should also use narratives, such as stories, scenarios, or user journeys, to show how your solution can be used in real contexts and situations. You should balance the amount of showing and telling, and avoid overloading your audience with too much information or too many details.

5 Invite feedback and questions

The final part of your educational technology presentation is to invite feedback and questions from your audience. You should encourage your audience to share their opinions, suggestions, or concerns about your solution, and to ask any questions they may have. You should listen attentively and respectfully to their feedback and questions, and answer them honestly and politely. You should also use this opportunity to learn from your audience, to identify any gaps or issues in your design, and to improve your solution based on their input.

6 Here’s what else to consider

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