WRITE THE SCRIPT | Initial prep work (9:13)

1. Research broad topics & compile sources 

2. Define topic and flow of presentation​

3. Creating natural transitions

4. Optional Reading Material: Everything's An Argument (pg. 367-378) Source

MARK THE SCENE | Plan how the audience will perceive your presentation (7:44)

1. Using everyday examples as analogies for more complex STEM topics​

2. Present information strategically 

BUILD THE SET | Making slides that stick (14:12)

1. Fonts​, Background, Overall Aesthetic

2. Breaking it up: Focus on one concept per "slide"

3. Bringing it back (now y'all): Using summary slides to tell your story

4. Watch: Death by Powerpoint [TEDx Talk]

PREPARING FOR SHOWTIME | Strategically engage the audience (19:30)

1. Using questions to propel your presentation forward​

2. Balancing a personable and professional persona