Matt MCGerrity (University of Washington, USA):
Course in presentation techniques: COMMUNICATING WITH THE GENERAL AUDIENCE
Abstract
In this session, we'll address communicating with the public. We'll discuss presenting to public audiences, grant agencies, and policy-making organizations.
Topics will include:
- identifying the goals for public presentations
- explaining scientific data to non-experts
- using narratives and anecdotes
- making policy recommendations
- developing your speaker persona
- using humor