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'''You are expected to rehearse and ultimately deliver your talk with a timer running, and to adjust your presentation as needed to stay within the allotted time. Fairness to your classmates demands that you respect the ten-minute time limit'''. | '''You are expected to rehearse and ultimately deliver your talk with a timer running, and to adjust your presentation as needed to stay within the allotted time. Fairness to your classmates demands that you respect the ten-minute time limit'''. | ||
− | In addition to the advice below, you should also consult with [ | + | In addition to the advice below, you should also consult with [http://openwetware.org/wiki/User:Atissa | Atissa Banuazizi]. |
==A few tips== | ==A few tips== | ||
− | *A | + | *A 10 talk is NOT a 30 talk given very fast. |
*It will help if you memorize the first few sentences of your talk. After that, sticking too closely to a script can sound artificial, plus you might get really thrown off and stuck if you forget your exact phrasing. A little flexibility is better for both you and the audience. | *It will help if you memorize the first few sentences of your talk. After that, sticking too closely to a script can sound artificial, plus you might get really thrown off and stuck if you forget your exact phrasing. A little flexibility is better for both you and the audience. | ||
− | *Think of ways to transition from one slide to the next: | + | *Think of ways to transition from one slide to the next: |