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PechaKucha: Retrieved November 27, 2011 from Google Images: Copyright 2011 by klambert4 |
PechaKucha is a type of presentation that includes 20 images that are displayed for 20 seconds as the presenter is speaking. This is a very simple presentation that keeps your audience engaged in what you are saying. Astrid Klein and Mark Dytham of Klein Dytham architecture are the creators of the PechaKucha presentations. I found that all of the PechaKucha presentations I watched kept me interested in what the presenter was saying mainly due to the length of time each slide was displayed for. Speaking for 20 seconds about each image is not too long or too short. I have listened to many presentations throughout my life, especially for school. If a presenter presents on one slide for too long it may cause your audience to lose concentration in what you are saying or to potentially fall asleep. On the other hand, if a presenter presents for too short on one slide it will not allow your audience to take in what you are saying and they will become frustrated if you are talking to fast.
PechaKucha nights are held in many different communities in various places such as churches, universities, halls, homes, restaurants, or even clubs. These celebrations are happening all over the world, inspiring others to increase their knowledge in certain fields and encouraging people to become apart of these presentations. It is also a way to learn about other people’s hobbies or new activities that you may have never heard about before.
The great thing about PechaKucha presentations is that ANYONE can make a presentation and EVERYONE is invited to present at PechaKucha Nights. Most people wonder, “What king of information do these presentations allow you to present?” The answer to this question is yet again, ANYTHING! People are encouraged to present what they love, what they are interested in, projects they may be working on, or just something they are passionate about. These topics can range from your favorite movie or activity to a scientific research or organization that is of interest.
There are many PechaKucha presentations available online. It may just interest you to create a presenation yourself! Take a look here! I read over many of my classmates blog posts but could not find someone who wrote on PechaKucha presentations which is really unfortunate. However, my professsor Dr. Laccetti has posted a blog post regarding this topic so whether it is new to you or you would like to look back at it, click here!
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PechaKucha Audience: Retrieved November 28, 2011 from Google Images: Copyright 2011 by vanillainkuk |
Nice post, Ashlea! I like how you included background information on Pecha Kucha, and used attractive images. I also agree that its great since its so easy to do; anyone is able to make a Pecha Kucha presentation. It also its much more entertaining then traditional and long presentations.
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