Storytelling for researchers

Training Organisation: Caeledro Consulting Ltd

Delivery: Online

Programme Description:

This workshop focuses on the preparation for talking about your research, rather than the delivery of presentations. By using storytelling techniques and focusing on the message, this workshop will help researchers communicate their passion to any audience. There are four key parts to the the workshop: audiences, storytelling structures, storyboarding, visual aids.

While this workshop does not focus on delivery, well-prepared presentations take a layer of anxiety away from delivery. The use of storytelling reduces reliance on prepared 'scripts' and allows participants to talk about their research in a more natural, engaging way.

The workshop uses a blend of instruction, work in groups, and individual preparation. Participants will be required to complete homework tasks in between parts 1 and 2.

Learning Outcomes:

By the end of the workshops, participants will be able to:

• Incorporate the key elements of storytelling when talking about their research

• Use a relevant narrative arc to relate the story they really want to tell

• Use a storyboarding technique to design their story and build in flexibility

• Explain how structure can improve audience engagement and use appropriate verbal and visual signposts throughout

• Use visuals that reinforce, rather than distract, from their message.