Communicating Your Message

Lecture 101 Paul M. Krueger D.O. Professor of Obstetrics & Gynecology Associate Dean for Academic Affairs UMDNJ-School of Osteopathic Medicine Paul M. Krueger D.O. Professor of Obstetrics & Gynecology Associate Dean for Academic Affairs UMDNJ-School of Osteopathic Medicine

Communicating Your Message At the end of this session, participants will: 1.Compare and contrast appropriate and inappropriate uses of lecture 2.Discuss preparation for a lecture 3.Describe viewing aids and delivery techniques

Advantages of Lecture Motivate your audience Communicate broad themes Effective use of faculty time

advantages of Lecture Cannot communicate detail Ineffective use of student time Dis

The “Secret Formula” 9 x 1 = 1 3 x 3 = 3

The Army Formula Tell them what you are going to tell them Tell them Tell them what you told them

The “Secret Formula” 9 x 1 = 1 3 x 3 = 3 Last Slide First

Preparation is more important than Presentation

Overcoming Fear Fear of public speaking Physiologic effects Think positive! Eliminate fear: know your topic, practice your talk aloud, use relaxation techniques

Analyze Your Audience Know its demographics and attitudes: age, gender, ethnicity, status Will the audience agree or disagree with your message? What might your audience reaction be to your talk? Effect of audience age, topic knowledge

Research Your Topic Locate research material: library, periodicals, abstracts, government reports, the Internet Remember to write it down: citing sources gives speaker credibility Practice explaining the material until YOU understand it Paraphrase as needed

The Three Keys to a Lecture Edit

The Three Keys to a Lecture Edit – Edit - Edit How many slides? How many bullets?

Chronic Pelvic Pain Laparoscopy usually normal Cartesian theory not always effective IBS most common cause Painful bladder syndrome identified These patients are not crazy Endometriosis an incidental finding Gatekeeper theory Not “either or” Operant conditioning Cognitive behavioral These are not gyn patients Multidisciplinary approach

The “Secret Formula” 9 x 1 = 1 3 x 3 = 3

Chronic Pelvic Pain Most commonly not gynecologic (IBS) Pain syndrome Multidisciplinary approach needed

Chronic Pelvic Pain Laparoscopy usually normal Cartesian theory not always effective IBS most common cause Painful bladder syndrome identified These patients are not crazy Endometriosis an incidental finding Gatekeeper theory Not “either or” Operant conditioning Cognitive behavioral These are not gyn patients Multidisciplinary approach

Chronic Pelvic Pain Most commonly not gynecologic (IBS) Pain syndrome Multidisciplinary approach needed

The “Secret Formula” Tell them what you are going to tell them Tell them Tell them what you told them

Tell them what you are going to tell them I hope to convince you that Chronic Pelvic Pain: Most commonly not gynecologic (IBS) Pain syndrome Multidisciplinary approach needed

Tell Them Develop the body Many techniques –Historical –Research –Chronological –Case study The 20 minute lull

Chronic Pelvic Pain 43 year old 2012 Pelvic pain for 7 years Laparoscopic hyst for endometriosis 4 years ago 3 courses of GNRH agonist No relief of pain

Tell Them What You Told Them In summary Most commonly not gynecologic (IBS) Pain syndrome Multidisciplinary approach needed

Chronic Pelvic Pain I hope to convince you that… Data on differential diagnosis of CPP Theory and data on CPP as pain syndrome Case Multidisciplinary treatment In summary …..

Physical Delivery Skills Appearance: dress, hairstyle, accessories Voice: cannot be too loud Movement: the speaker’s triangle Facial expression: stare at one person Gestures: reinforce your message

Presentation Aids Flip charts, posterboard, blackboard: same size, color contrast, large size for text and pictures Slides: screen or wall, know the projector, reading your notes in the dark

Presentation Aids Overhead transparencies: computer generated, photocopied Physical objects: books, keyboards, computers Audio and Video: 45 seconds max Computer generated images: animation, color, sound, the LCD projector

Presentation Aids: Key Points Design for a purpose or point Make them large, clear, uncluttered Practice speaking with them Know where the on/off switch is Help! You may need an assistant

SLIDE TIPS »TITLE EACH SLIDE ORIENT LEFT CHOOSE COLORS CAREFULLY –NEVER HAVE TO APOLOGIZE NOT BLOCK LETTERS

Slide Tips Title each slide, orient left Not block letters Repeat, don’t go back Choose colors carefully Never have to apologize

Practice Research and write in advance Practice talking from your outline Write key words on 3x5 cards Practice talking from your cards Organize your topics in your mind Understand the information

Common Presentation Mistakes Do Not read your slides!!!!!!!!!! Loud Voice Do Not rely on your slides Interact with your audience Edit – Edit - Edit

Improving Your Skills as a Lecturer 3 x 3 = 3 Preparation is more critical than presentation Edit – Edit – Edit!!!