Level 2 pre access course presentation nerves help!

So, my level 2 pre access teacher has informed us that we have to do a 10 minute oral presentation and it has filled me with anxiety to the point where I feel like I have nowhere to turn. I did a GCSE English presentation two months ago and suffered a mild panic attack, but fought through it. I'm still suffering PTSD because of it. I really need help in this regard. How can I confidently get through this without drawing a blank and not display signs of nervousness? I can't back out as I will lose credits and will likely fail the course. 🫣😩🥶

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BelindaFlamazing

Original post by Knowledgeseek40

Firstly, remember that no one wants you to fail—your teacher wants you to succeed! Take 2-3 deep breaths before you start; this helps your body relax and exit "fight or flight" mode.
Secondly, practice is key:

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Write out everything you want to say and ensure your delivery fits within 10 minutes at a comfortable pace—don’t rush.

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Run through your presentation 5-6 times until you can recite it without looking at your notes. Use your slides as prompts, and if they aren’t effective, adjust them.