Course: The Art of Effective Scientific Communication

Deliver an Engaging Presentation

Throughout high school, college and the professional world beyond, you will be called on to make many presentations. If you are like the majority of people, these moments will cause you some stress and worry. But, I want you to remember that you're the expert! When you are called upon to speak about that on which you are working, no one knows the topic better than you do! Plus, the people who are there to listen to you want to learn from you. They already view you as knowing more than they do, so take solace in knowing that you have something important to say.

In the Science Fair, students are given 12 minutes to engage their audience in a conversation about their research and outcomes. This lesson focuses on helping you to develop your own 12 minute presentation. The majority of students elect to use PowerPoint, but you may use whatever software you would like. The only requirement is that your final product be submitted electronically.

in this lesson you will look at a possible template, read through the guide to creating an oral presentation, watch a few online videos of example visual presentations and tips of how to improve future presentations. Look at the examples for their layout, visual appeal and content. Then create your own interesting product for which you are the expert!