LITERATURE REVIEW PHUONG
NAME : DO THI PHUONG
GRADE: 4A13 LACK OF NATURAL BODY LANGUAGE USE IN PRESENTATION SKILL ENCOUNTERED BY SECOND - YEAR ENGLISH MAJORS AT HA NOI UNIVERSITY LITERATURE REVIEW
1. The definition of body language Body language use in presentation skill has not been an elusive and nebulous concept for English majors at university. Richard (2012) claimed that, “Body language is a type of nonverbal communication that relies on body movements (such as gestures, posture, and facial expressions) to convey messages”. Body language is a vital form of communication, which can make or break your presentation. It is an essential part of emotional intelligence, which can help you bond with another person, a small group or a large audience (Presentation Prep, 2014). In addition, using body language offers information on using facial gestures and whole body movement to enhance presentation (Toastmaster International, 2011). In sum , regardless of body language’s definitions, it can be straightforwardly identified as the nonverbal communication, which relates to unspoken word and a means to send messages that are “not sanctioned for verbal delivery by our culture” (Wiemann, 1975).
2. The importance of natural body language use It is undeniable that the key things that matter when presenting and how to do a great presentation isn’t just down to the content - body language is key. The way you listen, look, move, and react tells the other person whether or not you care, if you are being truthful, and how well you are listening ( Jeanne, Melinda, Greg, & Jaelline ,2015). Graduate Career Tips (2009) found that, “There is no scientific definition around the key things to think about to make a great presentation but many studies show that only 7% of the message that the audience perceives comes from the words you use. 38% of the impact of your presentation is from your tone of voice and 55% is from your body language.” Furthermore, Whole-Brain
GRADE: 4A13 LACK OF NATURAL BODY LANGUAGE USE IN PRESENTATION SKILL ENCOUNTERED BY SECOND - YEAR ENGLISH MAJORS AT HA NOI UNIVERSITY LITERATURE REVIEW
1. The definition of body language Body language use in presentation skill has not been an elusive and nebulous concept for English majors at university. Richard (2012) claimed that, “Body language is a type of nonverbal communication that relies on body movements (such as gestures, posture, and facial expressions) to convey messages”. Body language is a vital form of communication, which can make or break your presentation. It is an essential part of emotional intelligence, which can help you bond with another person, a small group or a large audience (Presentation Prep, 2014). In addition, using body language offers information on using facial gestures and whole body movement to enhance presentation (Toastmaster International, 2011). In sum , regardless of body language’s definitions, it can be straightforwardly identified as the nonverbal communication, which relates to unspoken word and a means to send messages that are “not sanctioned for verbal delivery by our culture” (Wiemann, 1975).
2. The importance of natural body language use It is undeniable that the key things that matter when presenting and how to do a great presentation isn’t just down to the content - body language is key. The way you listen, look, move, and react tells the other person whether or not you care, if you are being truthful, and how well you are listening ( Jeanne, Melinda, Greg, & Jaelline ,2015). Graduate Career Tips (2009) found that, “There is no scientific definition around the key things to think about to make a great presentation but many studies show that only 7% of the message that the audience perceives comes from the words you use. 38% of the impact of your presentation is from your tone of voice and 55% is from your body language.” Furthermore, Whole-Brain