[Genealib] Questions and Answers During a Workshop

[William Blohm]

> When presenting any kind of genealogical workshop at any level, how do you
handle
> questions from the audience? Do you take them as they come, or do you ask
the folks to
> save questions until you finish? Is it more beneficial for the audience to
hear an immediate
> answer as long as you don't take too much time answering it?

It depends on the presentation; if the question is simple I will answer it
immediately or indicate that the question will be answered later in the
presentation material. Complex questions or questions that are not germane
to the presenation being given I always leave until afterwards.

> Also, do you use evaluation forms to get audience feedback regarding your
presentation?

Generally not, although I have not given presentations at conferences, where
I definitely would have evaluation forms.

William R. Blohm   Reference Librarian & Collection Development Manager
Gail Borden Public Library District
270 N. Grove Ave.
Elgin, IL  60120