Anholt Dazzle 'Em With Style

The Art of Oral Scientific Presentation
2. Auflage 2010
ISBN: 978-0-08-046104-5
Verlag: Elsevier Science & Techn.
Format: PDF
Kopierschutz: 1 - PDF Watermark

E-Book, Englisch, 192 Seiten, Web PDF

Mastering the art of communicating scientific information is more critical than ever for a successful career in science and technology. Scientists today must be able to effectively convey sophisticated information to a broad audience that may include students, colleagues around the world, regulatory bodies, granting agencies, legislators, and the lay public. In this engaging and lively book, the author provides a step-by-step guide to the complete process of making a scientific presentation from preparation to delivery. It offers numerous examples highlighting what to follow and what to avoid. This revised edition covers the effective use of PowerPoint? and other computer-based presentation programs. It also includes a handy checklist, new illustrations, and tips on handling an audience in a foreign country.

Robert R.H. Anholt works in the W.M. Keck Center for Behavioral Biology at North Carolina State University, Raleigh, NC, USA

Autoren/Hrsg.

Anholt, Robert R. H.

Inhaltsverzeichnis

1;Contents;7
2;PREFACE;11
3;INTRODUCTION;15
4;1. PREPARING A SCIENTIFIC PRESENTATION;19
4.1;Identify Your Audience;19
4.2;Scheduling Your Presentation;22
4.3;Structure Your Material;23
4.4;Know Your Stuff;28
4.5;Rehearse;31
4.6;Prepare—Then Relax;32
4.7;Be Professional and Gracious;34
4.8;Expectations of Your Hosts;36
4.9;Dress Appropriately;38
4.10;Important Points to Remember;43
5;2. THE STRUCTURE OF A SCIENTIFIC PRESENTATION;47
5.1;The Title: Information in a Nutshell;47
5.2;Context and Perspective: Zooming In;48
5.3;Zooming in from a Major Overarching Principle;49
5.4;Zooming in from a Historical Perspective;53
5.5;Telling a Story;55
5.6;The Importance of a Central Focus;57
5.7;Constructing the Plot;60
5.8;Providing Focus by Constructing a Hierarchical Series of Questions ;61
5.9;Mainstream and Sidetracks;66
5.10;Providing Emphasis on a Topic by Relative Time Spent Discussing It ;70
5.11;Different Perspectives for Different Audiences;71
5.12;Avoid Backtracking;72
5.13;Formulation and Argumentation;73
5.14;Avoid Jargon;76
5.15;Express Yourself Precisely;77
5.16;Handling Disagreement Graciously;78
5.17;Recognize Limitations Up-front;80
5.18;The Conclusion: Brief and to the Point;81
5.19;Incorporating Future Directions During Interviews;84
5.20;Never Go Overtime;85
5.21;Some Basic Principles of How to Structure a Presentation;86
5.22;Important Points to Remember;87
6;3. VISUAL DISPLAYS: HOW TO (AND NOT TO) USE THEM;91
6.1;The Power of PowerPoint;91
6.2;Keeping It Clear and Simple;93
6.3;Tables, Graphs, Diagrams, and Text;94
6.4;Communicating Complexity;107
6.5;The Dangers of PowerPoint;111
6.6;Simplicity Is Classy;114
6.7;Internet Access;117
6.8;Compatibility and Backup;118
6.9;Video, Audio, and Props;119
6.10;Handouts;122
6.11;The Old-Fashioned Blackboard;123
6.12;Poster Presentation: The Young Scientist’s Debut Performance ;126
6.13;Keep It User-Friendly and Simple;127
6.14;Interacting with Poster Viewers;129
6.15;Important Points to Remember;133
7;4. DELIVERY;137
7.1;Voice Control and Eye Contact;137
7.2;Challenges for Nonnative English Speakers;139
7.3;Speak Up;140
7.4;Effective Use of the Stress Position;142
7.5;Avoid the Rising Intonation;144
7.6;Slow Down;145
7.7;Breaking the Monotony;146
7.8;Repetition;148
7.9;The Power of Silence;150
7.10;Eye Contact;154
7.11;Posture and Gestures;157
7.12;Enthusiasm: The Indispensable Ingredient;163
7.13;Answering Questions;166
7.14;Dealing with Unexpected Questions;170
7.15;Evaluating the Critics: How Did You Really Do?;173
7.16;Important Points to Remember;174
8;APPENDIX A: CHECKLIST FOR PRESENTATIONS;177
9;APPENDIX B: EVALUATION FORM;181
10;INDEX;185