PURPOSE

Provide developmental experiences which build on knowledge, attitudes and skills gained through local 4-H activities.

Method demonstrations and illustrated talks are planned presentations by one or more 4-H members that teach information related to a project or activity. Simply, there are ways of showing and telling others how to make or do something and sharing useful information.

Some of the main differences between method demonstration and an illustrated talk include:

METHOD DEMONSTRATION

• A demonstration is doing
• A demonstration is showing how. As you show how, you tell how.
• In a demonstration you use props and other teaching aides to "demonstrate" with.
• In a demonstration you make something. There is a finished product.
• The key to a good demonstration is "go and do likewise."

ILLUSTRATED TALK

• An illustrated talk is talking.
• An illustrated talk is telling how with the aid of visuals.
• In an illustrated talk you use: charts, slides, pictures, models, cut outs, etc.
• The key to an illustrated talk is "here's information."

Method demonstrations and illustrated talks that are entered in the same age division and category "compete" against each other. There is NOT a separate judging for each type of presentation.

Presentation Time Limit

PUBLIC SPEAKING - INDIVIDUAL CONTESTANTS ONLY

1. Is usually on a current issue or topic.
2. No props, visuals, music or other recordings are allowed.
3. Time limit is 5-7 minutes.