Dr. Devesh Thakur
The video explains: 1. Narratives/stories engage emotions, help remember main ideas, and increase audience engagement. 2. Examples have a strong impact on beliefs and understanding complex ideas. 3. Definitions are used to introduce new information or explain complex concepts. 4. Statistics quantify the magnitude of a problem and appeal to the audience's logic. 5. Analogies compare the unknown to the known, making complex ideas relatable. 6. Testimony includes quotations or paraphrases to support a point, with expert and lay testimony being two ways to enhance credibility. 7. Expert testimony comes from recognized authorities, while lay testimony involves individuals with relevant experience. 8. Including real-life stories in testimony adds a human element to the discussion and enhances audience engagement.
Dr. Devesh Thakur is an enthusiastic and dedicated educator with a passion for cultivating confident communicators. His love for communications & public speaking has led him to earn several certificate courses in public speaking and presentations. He has written several articles, blogs, and books on communication and interpersonal skills.
With PG & Ph.D. from the prestigious Indian Veterinary Research Institute in Extension Education, he has fifteen years of experience in teaching communication courses to varied students of agricultural universities in India. His teaching philosophy revolves around creating a supportive and engaging learning environment where students can overcome their fears and develop the art of persuasive expression. Through a combination of recorded video lectures, and personalized online support, he strives to equip learners with the tools to articulate their ideas with clarity, impact, and conviction.