On Monday, September 18, 2023, STEKOM University held an online seminar with the theme "Think Fast, Talk Smart: Communication Techniques for Public Speaking". This was the third part of the seminar delivered by Liashenko Rostyslav, PhD, a candidate of Educational Sciences (PhD) and Associate Professor from Central Ukrainian State University (CUSU) in Ukraine.

In this seminar, Liashenko Rostyslav, PhD, discussed various aspects of communication techniques for public speaking with a scientific and pedagogical approach. His presentation took a very useful point of view for teachers, students, and individuals involved in the process of education and knowledge sharing.

In his presentation, Liashenko Rostyslav, PhD, discusses various important concepts related to pedagogical communication techniques, which include:

1.            Pedagogical communication techniques: These are skills that educators must possess to effectively organize educational classes and understand how to communicate with students.

2.            Functions of pedagogical communication: In this context, pedagogical communication aims to create a good psychological climate in the classroom and optimize educational activities.

3.            Dialogue in education: Liashenko notes that dialog is an important aspect of education, where students can interact with teachers and fellow students to understand different points of view.

4.            Presentation preparation: Liashenko emphasized the importance of good preparation for public presentations. This includes careful selection of words, logic of speech, proper use of language, and effective use of voice.

5.            Emotional regulation: During public speaking, it is important for speakers to control their emotions and use their voice effectively.

6.            Self-regulation skills: This includes the ability to understand and manage the individual skills required for public speaking.

7.            Self-presentation: Speakers must be able to present themselves well in front of the public to create a positive image.

8.            Self-actualization: In this context, self-actualization is about actualizing an individual's potential and their ability in public speaking.

9.            Self-realization: Self-realization includes awareness about personal strengths and weaknesses in public speaking.

10.          Self-assessment: This involves reflection and self-analysis of public presentations that have been made to improve communication skills.

In his presentation, Liashenko Rostyslav, PhD, also emphasized the importance of developing an individual's communication style that suits their personal characteristics and abilities, rather than trying to emulate unsuitable models.