Presenting science to non-expert audiences
Workshops
Communication 
Communication AcademyAbstract
Participants learn how to present their scientific topics to non-expert audiences in formats such as TED, FameLab, IdeasLab (WEF), or Falling Walls. The workshop is divided into two modules of 4 hours each, held on different days.
Learning Objectives
Participants learn how to present their scientific topics to non-expert audiences in formats such as TED, FameLab, IdeasLab (WEF), or Falling Walls.
Content
Participants learn how to present their scientific topics to non-expert audiences in formats such as TED, FameLab, IdeasLab (WEF), or Falling Walls.Module 1:
- Presentation skills (stage movement, body language, gesticulation)
- Stress management
- Voice, diction, and breathing
- Structure of an engaging presentation
- Dos and Dont's when using PP slides
- Improvisation and answering unexpected questions
- Present science to non-expert audiences
Module 2:
- Each participant presents one speech (with PP/ plus impro presentation)
- Individual feedback
Academic Semester
Spring Semester 2024Location
- ETH Zentrum
Audience Size
1-20 peopleTarget audience
Doctoral students
Postdocs
Language
EnglishComment
- Module 1 takes place on May 14, 2024.
- Module 2 takes place on May 28, 2024.