| Edition |
2nd ed. |
| Description |
1 online resource (xviii, 171 pages) : illustrations |
| 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. 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. |
| Contents |
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. |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references and index. |
| 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 -- App. A Checklist for presentations -- App. B Evaluation form. |
| Local Note |
eBooks on EBSCOhost EBSCO eBook Subscription Academic Collection - North America |
| Subject |
Communication in science.
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Public speaking.
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Lectures and lecturing.
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| Genre/Form |
Electronic books.
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| Added Title |
Dazzle them with style |
| Other Form: |
Print version: Anholt, Robert Rene Henri, 1951- Dazzle 'em with style. 2nd ed. Philadelphia : Elsevier Academic Press, ©2006 0123694523 9780123694522 (DLC) 2005015693 (OCoLC)60550670 |
| ISBN |
0080461042 (electronic bk.) |
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9780080461045 (electronic bk.) |
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9780123694522 |
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0123694523 |
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