Term explanation
Audience Response Systems (ARS) are technical solutions that are used in presentations in order to increase the interaction between the presenter and the audience. There are various forms of ARS that offer different features.
LIZ AI complements audience interaction tools with intelligent presentation management. While your response system captures live feedback, LIZ ensures the deck behind it is always current, on-brand, and data-driven.
Learn more →A speech that is given without any preparation, notes, or cards, is called an impromptu speech. It is often delivered at private events (e.g., weddings or birthdays) or for training presentation skills.
Learn moreDisplay duration in PowerPoint refers to the length of time a slide remains visible before automatically advancing to the next one. Setting a display duration enables auto-play presentations that run without manual input — useful for kiosks, event loops, or self-running demos. Duration settings are configured per slide in the Transitions panel and can be combined with timing controls on individual animations to choreograph a fully automated presentation sequence.
Learn moreA virtual event is an event that takes place entirely online, with all participants joining remotely via digital platforms. Virtual events range from webinars and online conferences to virtual trade shows, networking events, and team celebrations. They eliminate geographic and logistical barriers, allowing global participation at low cost. Successful virtual events invest in interactivity — live polls, Q&A sessions, breakout rooms, and networking features — to compensate for the lack of physical presence.
Learn moreOpen questions invite a full, unrestricted response rather than a simple yes or no. They typically begin with words like 'how', 'what', 'why', or 'tell me about'. In presentations, coaching, interviews, and research, open questions encourage deeper thinking, surface underlying perspectives, and generate richer dialogue. They are essential for understanding audience needs, facilitating discussions, and building engagement during interactive sessions.
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