The Art of Scientific Presenting
Overview
Welcome to RALDE’s “The Art of Scientific Presenting” Course, a specialized training program designed to equip you with the essential skills for successful academic communication. This course is tailored for those immersed in the scientific and academic world, including PhD students, junior researchers, and university lecturers. Whether you are presenting at a conference, leading a seminar, or engaging in academic discussions, our course offers the tools to enhance your presentation skills in this digital era.
Who Is This Course For?
- University Students: Master’s and PhD candidates seeking to refine their presentation skills for academic success.
- Junior Researchers: Emerging scientists and researchers aiming to effectively disseminate their work and engage in scholarly dialogues.
- Educators and Lecturers: Academic professionals looking to integrate advanced presenting techniques into their curriculum.
What You Will Gain
For Teachers:
- Teacher Manual: A comprehensive guide detailing learning goals, course structure, and integration methods for academic presenting. This manual serves as a blueprint for educators to incorporate this course into their existing academic programs.
- Video Playlist: Access to a curated series of video lessons that can be shared directly with students or used as a framework for delivering in-person lessons.
For Students:
- Engaging Video Lessons: A series of professionally crafted videos that cover everything from audience analysis to slide design, storytelling in science, and effective delivery techniques.
- Interactive Workbook: An accompanying workbook packed with exercises and real-life scenarios to practice and integrate the lessons learned in the videos.
GET ACCESS TO THE COURSE
Teachers:
Get your copy of the Teacher Manual and access to all course material
The Course:
Access the playlist with all our course lessons on the RALDE Youtube Channel
Students:
Access our Video Lessons and download your Student Workbook
Explore Our Scientific Presenting Course
Course Lessons
Intro to the Course
Who are You Presenting For?
- Learn how to analyze your audience.
- Tailor your presentation to their needs, background, and expectations.
Structure and Pace Your Presentation
- Techniques for storytelling in scientific presentations.
- Guidance on pacing and audience engagement.
Designing an Engaging Presentation
- Principles of effective slide design.
- Visual hierarchy and alignment to enhance presentation impact.
Designing an Engaging Poster
- The art of creating visually appealing and informative academic posters.
- Techniques to stand out in poster sessions.
Behind the Scenes and an Expert Presentation
- Insights into an expert’s process of preparing an academic presentation.
- Integrating content, design, and delivery for maximum impact.
(Non)Verbal Delivery of Your Presentation
- Mastering verbal and nonverbal communication techniques.
- Strategies for captivating your audience.
Stress Management for Academic Presentations
- Techniques to manage presentation-related stress and anxiety.
- Building confidence for a more effective delivery.
Learning Tasks
- Modeling Example: Observe and analyze a model presentation for style and effectiveness.
- Guided Practice with Presenting: Develop and record your own presentations, receiving peer and instructor feedback.
- Guided Practice with Questions: Learn the art of crafting and responding to audience questions effectively.
- The Final Presentation: A culminating task where participants deliver a comprehensive presentation, integrating all skills learned.
Download the Course Materials
Teachers:
Get your copy of the Teacher Manual and access to all course material
The Course:
Access the playlist with all our course lessons on the RALDE Youtube Channel
Students:
Access our Video Lessons and download your Student Workbook