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Sharing
the Universe
Presentation Skills Videos
Quick
Summary
This
sheet contains the "Main Ideas" from each of the
5 videos.
This
sheet can be cut into little cards or laminated as a whole
sheet. Just throw it in with all your equipment in case you
need a reminder! |
Video
#1
Getting Started with Outreach
MAIN
IDEA:
Astronomy outreach is fun! Getting started is easy:
you can hand out fliers, take pictures, point out constellations,
display an astronomy poster, set up binoculars, set up a telescope,
or walk around and talk to guests. |
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Video
#2
How to Say "I Don't Know"
MAIN
IDEA:
You are there to inspire (like a mentor) not to be
an encyclopedia. It's ok if you don't know everything.
What
to do when you don't know:
1. Don't Panic!
2. Don't make something up
3. Give related information
4. Suggest other resources |
Video
#3
Connecting with Kids
MAIN
IDEA:
In order to be successful with kids you need to involve
them. Keep them ENGAGED things will run smoothly!
The
four steps to connecting with kids:
1.
Smile, be welcoming
2. Grab with an engaging question
3. Involve them in the presentation
4.
Give a way to discover more |
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Video
#4
Handling Difficult Questions (and Difficult People)
MAIN
IDEA:
Avoid difficult questions and get back on topic.
Don't be afraid to Seize Control as needed!
How
to deal with difficult questions:
1.
Seize control!
2. Be pleasant
3. Respond neutrally
4. Get back on topic |
Video
#5
How to get "WOW!" (When not showing Saturn)
MAIN
IDEA:
In order to keep your audience engaged, you need to tell
a story. It never hurts to use props to tell a story!
You
can find great stories and demonstrations at the Night
Sky Network! |
Sharing
the Universe is based upon work supported by the Informal Education
Division of the National
Science Foundation under Grant no DRL-0638873. Any opinions,
findings, and conclusions or recommendations expressed in this material
are those of the authors and do not necessarily reflect the views
of the National Science Foundation.