Oral Presentation
Deliver your research live to the session audience, supported by slides. Talks run to a strict 8–10 minute slot, so the deck has to carry the argument in a clear, uncluttered sequence.
Guidelines for presentation
- Consider the sequence and relevancy of your slides — each slide should lead smoothly to the next.
- Use graphs and charts to illustrate your main points. These visuals help the audience clearly understand the content.
- Keep it simple. Avoid overly fancy graphs, too much data, flash animations, GIFs, or bright distracting colors. The audience will focus on the effects, not your message.
- Use high-contrast, easy-to-read fonts common to most computers. Avoid ALL CAPS, italics, and unnecessary styling. Minimum recommended font size: 30 pt.
- Keep the presentation within the 8–10 minute timeframe.
Follow the 6-6-6 rule
- 6 words per bullet
- 6 bullets per slide
- 6 slides of text in a row