Tell Me a Story: Storytelling in Science Communication - AGU 2018

Date and time: Thursday, 13 December, 10:00am-11:30am
Location: AGU Fall Meeting, Washington, D.C.
Instructors: Shane Hanlon, AGU; Wendy Bohon, IRIS; Maite Agopian, EarthScope; Beth Bartel, UNAVCO

Description: One of the most compelling means of captivating an audience is to tell them a story. In this fast-paced, interactive workshop, you'll learn and practice some techniques for identifying the stories in your science and telling them.

Materials:

• Once Upon a Time [pdf]: A quick guide to crafting your story
• Main Idea Map [pdf]: A worksheet to help scientists recognize what about their work will connect with their audience
• Presenting: Science! Tips & Tricks for Communicating Broadly [pdf]: Tips & tricks sheet for giving informal science presentations