State University of Malang Trains Public Speaking Students of SMKN 1 Wonosari

im Regular KKN State University of Malang (UM) held a Public Speaking Training at SMKN 1 Wonosari, Sumberdem Village, Malang Regency, on Monday (20/7/2022).

The activity, which carries the theme “Improving the Quality of Soft Skills and the Art of Speaking in the Present,” took place in the RPS Tesha class at SMKN 1 Wonosari and was attended by 30 participants.

Supervisor Andika Nur Rahma Bagus Putra SPd MPd guided the KKN team. This event was chaired by Muthiah Nailin Najah as the MC, filled by Fajar Wahyudi as the KKN Coordinator of Sumberdem Village, and Putri Nahdliyah Ayu Khumaidah, a student of Indonesian Language and Literature UM, as the speaker.

In the explanation of public speaking material, students of SMK Negeri 1 Wonosari are given ice breaking by the speaker before starting and in the middle of the core material. In addition to entertaining and breaking the atmosphere, it also increases concentration, activates the mind from boredom, adds intimacy, and makes the atmosphere more conducive.

There are several forms of ice-breaking methods provided. First, the game method. This method is one of the popular methods and is often used in other events such as seminars, workshops, classes, and others.

Some of the material presented is certainly not just for how to become an MC, presenter, moderator, lecturer, or other fields. The knowledge can be used for the whole person, both personality, how to respond to someone or situation, smart in communicating and socializing, even learning how to behave or adab in interacting with someone.

The training at this time also explained initial knowledge such as public speaking methods, which are done spontaneously, preparation with a full script, memorization, and using note form or outline.

Then, some of the preparations that need to be made include mentally preparing the mind, providing personal peace so that no mistakes occur, and performing with complete confidence, and remaining yourself to create comfort.

After the mental is physical, the physical must also be maintained optimally; for example, before performing, try to fill your stomach and drink enough so the brain can be more focused and have high concentration.

Then, the material. This can be done by reading, compiling, and mastering the material to be delivered.

Photo 1. Enthusiastic participants attend Public Speaking Training