Is this High school or College. If college, after this class, I suggest taking a "communications" class.
For this though situation, the best advice I can give is:
Be PREPARED. Most students fail to prepare correctly, and in doing so, completely fail at presenting the info. How can you present something that you have not researched.
Secondly, rehearse. Have a friend or family member sit and listen to your presentation before you do it in front of the class. This"Dry Run" will help you figure out where you need to improve. Ask for constructive criticism.
Lastly, realize it's not the end of the world. Some people take presentations much too seriously. And honestly, half of your classmates aren't even paying attention (trust me). And the other half are nervous also.
---and the bonus advice--- GO FIRST, if the option is there. This will give you the comfort of knowing "I'm Done, it's over". . then you sit back and observe.
Good Luck, please let me know how it goes.
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