Cost: This workshop, as with all Mitacs Step workshops,
is free for both graduate students and postdoctoral fellows. However,
the preauthorization of a valid credit card is required as part of the
registration process. A $50 penalty will be applied to all late
cancellations (cancellations that are not made 5 days or more before the
workshop date), no shows, or incomplete attendance. These penalties are
only charged after the completion of a workshop and no charges are ever
made to students who participate in full.
Description:
Good communication skills are essential to a successful research career.
This short online workshop highlights the importance of communicating
well and focuses on three common communication opportunities that
researchers face on a regular basis:
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Presentation skills;
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Writing skills; and
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Poster creation
Facilitated by Dr. Jenn Gardy, you will learn more about the
latest tips and techniques to make sure your next conference talk, email
or poster presentation is impactful and memorable.
Learning outcomes:
At the end of the session, you will:
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Have learned how to construct a clear and concise narrative that audiences will remember
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Understand how to use text, visuals, and interactivity to communicate your message effectively
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Take a clear and cohesive approach to your written communication
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Have been exposed to a variety of poster presentation layout styles and tips to communicating your research effectively