We have lots of things to communicate, but we sometimes lack the tools to communicate efficiently. This workshop will fill some gaps in science communication and will be in four parts.
First, we will break the ice with a brief part focusing on how to write short and efficient text on the form of a debriefing. The goal can either be presenting results or trying to get people involved in a lake-related project. Make sure your message does not end up like a drop in the ocean!
Second, you can lead a horse to the lake, but you cannot make him drink. Same with your audience. You cannot force them to listen, so make sure to be interesting! This part will focus on how to build an attractive, clear, and clean visual support, mostly through PowerPoint.
You feel like a fish out of water when you do a presentation? This third part is for you. It will give a tremendous number of tips to arrive calm, prepared, and sharp on the timing. Recognize your strengths and weaknesses and learn how to work with them.
Finally, satisfy your thirst for science communication with this fourth part that will unveil the creativity in you. We will discuss how to make a presentation out of the ordinary, and where are the opportunities to leave your watermark.
Arrive ready to interact and do not be shy; we are all in the same boat!
Presenter
Lou Paris is from Quebec (Canada) and has a bachelor’s degree in biophysics and a master’s degree in water sciences, more specifically in ecotoxicology (the science of the contaminants in the environment). She is also a science communicator who gave more than 20 talks, led over 10 workshops, and participated in a dozen of science communication competitions. Until recently, she was the social media coordinator of the Canadian Water Network SYP committee. She is currently the event coordinator of Science SLAM Canada, the secretary of the Saint-Lawrence Chapter, and a full-time employee of the Yamaska watershed organization.