FYSA2080 Nobel Physics Seminar (2 cr)
Description
· public speaking
· structure of a speech
· speech preparation process
· presentation slides, software, and visualization
· presentation rights of materials and referencing practices
· considering the audience
· acting as an opponent
· giving and receiving feedback
· performance anxiety and acceptance of mistakes
· Nobel physics
Learning outcomes
Upon completing the course, the student can:
· Search for information and discuss recent research topics in physics through the works of Nobel Prize winners
· Deliver a presentation that is both accessible and understandable, taking the audience into account
· Recognize their own strengths and areas for improvement in public speaking
· Accept mistakes in public speaking as a natural part of the learning process
· Act as an opponent during a speaking event
· Give and receive both encouraging and critical feedback on public speaking.
Description of prerequisites
Moderni fysiikka, osa A sekä Moderni fysiikka, osa B
Study materials
· The TIM course page, which contains materials on delivering a good scientific speech, as well as the Powerpoint/Keynote/pdf slides used in the speeches.
· The information website for the Physics Nobel Prizes: www.nobelprize.org.
Completion methods
Method 1
Participation in teaching (2 cr)
Puhe ja opponointi. Läsnäolo muiden puheissa, korkeintaan yksi poissaolo.