1. EDGE always fits.
2. A great time to practice is during staff development.
Skits are a great way to test how well the audience can apply the information by having them plan and perform their skits. Role play, while similar, needs to be planned before hand.
Games can be a lot of fun and a great way to break up a long presentation. While it is nice to involve as many people as possible, some games only work with a few in a small group, but remember to make it so that the game is entertaining and informational for everyone, regardless of the size of the audience.
Buzz groups are great in large groups and gather a lot of ideas quickly. Remember to give clear direction before you begin and talk with the groups during the exercise to tackle questions and stir up new discussion.
Lectures require the presenter to have a strong knowledge of the material and are best used to explain the basics. Don’t be afraid to ask questions to discover what the audience knows. Similar to lectures, discussions require significant preparation. The discussion leader must be ready with guiding questions for any level of participation from the audience.
