Results
You will need to ascertain whether the desired outcomes were achieved. Consider whether the correct information was communicated and whether the audience understood the presentation content.
Evaluation methods might include measuring the presentation against the results and intended outcomes in the presentation plan. You might also follow up with audience members and discuss their reactions to the presentation. If they provide feedback which suggests that content was not understood, you might need to make changes to the central ideas presented.
Response
You need to determine how the audience responded to the presentation.
Evaluation methods might include:
• getting general, informal feedback from the presentation team
• following up with and discussing reactions with audience members
• issuing a simple questionnaire either same day or next day for audience members to complete
• monitoring responses throughout the presentation
• giving out email address and ask for suggestions on how to improve
Standards
You need to evaluate how the presentation mapped against the predetermined standards.
Evaluation methods might include:
• reviewing the checklist after the presentation
• discussing individual performances as a team
• having an observer to check and report
• asking participants to complete the checklist or an evaluation sheet