TY - BOOK AU - Anholt,Robert Rene Henri TI - Dazzle 'em with style: the art of oral scientific presentation SN - 0080461042 AV - Q223 .A63 2006eb U1 - 501/.4 22 PY - 2006/// CY - Philadelphia PB - Elsevier Academic Press KW - Communication in science KW - Public speaking KW - Lectures and lecturing KW - Speech KW - Communication KW - SCIENCE KW - Philosophy & Social Aspects KW - bisacsh KW - fast KW - COMMUNICATION KW - PUBLIC SPEAKING KW - PRESENTATIONS KW - SEMINARS KW - CONFERENCES KW - Electronic books KW - Lectures KW - lcgft N1 - Includes bibliographical references and index; Foreword -- Preface -- Preparing a Scientific Presentation -- The Structure of a Scientific Presentation -- Visual Displays: How to (and Not to) Use Them -- Delivery -- Appendix: Checklists -- Recommended Reading; 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 --; App; A Checklist for presentations --; App. B; Evaluation form N2 - 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 UR - https://search.ebscohost.com/login.aspx?direct=true&scope=site&db=nlebk&AN=166806 ER -