Beyond Words: Visual Storytelling in Scholarly Presentations for Beginners
In today’s academic landscape, the ability to communicate research effectively goes beyond traditional text-heavy presentations. This session invites attendees to explore the power of visual storytelling in conveying scholarly work. Whether you’re an experienced researcher or just starting your academic journey, this session will delve into innovative approaches to visually present complex data, theories and findings. Join us as we uncover the art of translating intricate scholarly content into engaging visual narratives.
Learning Outcomes:
- How to effectively present scholarly work for beginners.
- Tips and tricks for engaging visuals.
- How to enter your work for a scholarly conference.
Presenters:
Paul Matthews, associate director, Office of Service-Learning
As associate director of the Office of Service-Learning, Paul helps support faculty members, students and community partners in applying academic skills and knowledge to address community needs and enhance student learning. He coordinates faculty development and awards programs, tracks institutional reporting of service-learning and community engagement, conducts research and evaluation, coordinates service-learning initiatives, directs UGA’s AmeriCorps VISTA network, and teaches service-learning coursework. A Senior Academic Professional, Paul has been on the faculty at the University of Georgia since 1994.
Brandy Walker, public service associate, J.W. Fanning Institute for Leadership Development
Brandy specializes in instructional design, technology, evaluation and community-engagement. She has designed multimedia instructional materials on leadership development and conflict transformation practices for community, nonprofit and professional groups. She works with students on a variety of leadership development programs, teaches an interdisciplinary graduate course on community engaged research methods and also serves as the academic director for two civic engagement leadership programs in Sub-Saharan Africa.
Brian Simmons, public service assistant, Carl Vinson Institute of Government
Brian joined the Institute of Government’s Survey Research and Evaluation Unit in 2013, where he develops and implements appropriate research methodology for evaluation and survey projects. Brian works closely with clients to develop instruments and to identify the appropriate methodology required to answer clients’ questions. He believes in continuous learning, having over 175 hours of training in evaluation methods and certification as a Qualtrics Research Core Expert.
