Dazzle 'em with style : the art of oral scientific presentation / Robert R.H. Anholt.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Anholt, Robert Rene Henri, 1951-

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Communication in science.

Public speaking.

Lectures and lecturing.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (189 p.)

Edition:

2nd ed.

Place of Publication:

Philadelphia : Elsevier Academic Press, c2006.

Language Note:

English

Summary:

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.

Contents:

Contents; PREFACE; INTRODUCTION; 1. PREPARING A SCIENTIFIC PRESENTATION; 2. THE STRUCTURE OF A SCIENTIFIC PRESENTATION; 3. VISUAL DISPLAYS: HOW TO (AND NOT TO) USE THEM; 4. DELIVERY; APPENDIX A: CHECKLIST FOR PRESENTATIONS; APPENDIX B: EVALUATION FORM; INDEX

Notes:

Description based upon print version of record.

Includes bibliographical references and index.

ISBN:

1-280-63064-7

9786610630646

0-08-046104-2

OCLC:

437172768