Description
This seminar course, offered to B.Sc. students in the molecular, cellular and medical biology track in Life Sciences Faculty, develop practical skills in preparing and delivering scientific presentations. The course emphasizes methodology over content, focusing on how to communicate scientific information clearly, effectively, and appropriately for different audiences. In the initial sessions, students are introduced to key principles of presentation design and delivery, including slide clarity, visual communication, narrative structure, and common pitfalls such as excessive text and poor data visualization . The remainder of the course is student driven. Each week, students present a PowerPoint presentation based on a scientific paper of their choice. Presentations are followed by structured peer feedback that focuses on presentation methodology, including slide design, clarity, organization, and delivery.Learning Outcomes:
By the end of the course, students will be able to
* Design clear and effective presentation slides
* Structure scientific presentations logically
* Deliver presentations with clarity and engagement
* Critically evaluate presentation methodology and provide constructive feedback
Assessment:
Based on student presentations, participation in peer feedback.