University of Colorado Boulder

Speaking to a Technical Group

Daniel Moorer

Instructor: Daniel Moorer

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Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
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2 weeks to complete
at 10 hours a week
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Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
Beginner level

Recommended experience

2 weeks to complete
at 10 hours a week
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

  • Use storytelling to make a bigger impression on your audience.

  • Leverage voice modulation, facial expressions, and non-verbal communication to effectively convey your message.

  • Create professional and effective presentation slides.

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This course is part of the Technical Communication Specialization
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There are 4 modules in this course

Effective technical presentations do not begin with slides. They begin with judgment. Technical managers must decide who their audience is, what that audience cares about, how much technical detail is appropriate, and how to make a message memorable. In this module, you will analyze audience needs and use storytelling strategically to craft a presentation opening that is relevant, credible, and engaging. By the end of the module, you will have prepared and delivered a brief presentation segment that lays the foundation for your final polished presentation.

What's included

4 videos14 readings6 assignments

Strong technical presentations depend not only on what you say, but also on how you say it. Technical managers must use eye contact, voice, gestures, and facial expression to project confidence, strengthen credibility, and keep an audience engaged. In this module, you will refine your delivery skills so that your presentation style supports your message rather than distracting from it. By the end of the module, you will have prepared and delivered a brief presentation segment using more purposeful and polished speaking behaviors.

What's included

5 videos10 readings6 assignments

Effective technical presentations require more than strong speaking skills. They also require visual discipline and environmental awareness. Technical managers must decide what information belongs on a slide, how to make visuals easy to read, and how to prepare the presentation environment so that technology, room setup, and logistics support the message rather than distract from it. In this module, you will apply principles of slide design and presentation setup to create a presentation segment that is clear, professional, and audience-centered. By the end of the module, you will have prepared and delivered a brief slide-supported presentation segment that strengthens your message and advances your progress toward the final polished presentation.

What's included

4 videos9 readings5 assignments

Polished presentations are rarely the result of talent alone. They are the result of preparation. Technical managers must know their topic deeply, rehearse with intention, anticipate what could go wrong, and adapt their approach to professional contexts such as customer or stakeholder presentations. In this module, you will strengthen the final stages of presentation preparation so that your delivery is confident, flexible, and audience-ready. By the end of the module, you will have prepared and delivered a more fully rehearsed presentation segment that demonstrates topic command, professional presence, and readiness for your final polished presentation.

What's included

4 videos7 readings6 assignments1 plugin

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This course is part of the following degree program(s) offered by University of Colorado Boulder. If you are admitted and enroll, your completed coursework may count toward your degree learning and your progress can transfer with you.¹

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