What's in a Story - And How Does My Science Fit In?

Overview

Explore the power of storytelling in scientific communication through this 59-minute AGU webinar. Discover the basic components of effective storytelling, including story structure and narrative arcs, and learn how to apply these techniques to convey scientific concepts. Examine emotional arcs, different storytelling approaches, and ways to incorporate stories into research presentations. Gain insights on crafting compelling science stories, even without personal experiences, and understand how to use storytelling to enhance your scientific communication skills. Delve into topics such as Freytag's Triangle, science story examples, and the importance of emotional engagement in storytelling.

Syllabus

Introduction
Housekeeping
Storytelling
Why tell stories
Poll
Freytags Triangle
Science Story Example
Short Stories
Commercials
Shapes of stories
Examining emotional arcs
Different ways to think about storytelling
Change in a story
Final poll
Whats next
Podcasts
Workshops
The Climax
It doesnt have to be about something big
Science stories
Story handout structure
Emotional arcs and storytelling
Housekeeping question
How to use storytelling
Can you tell stories without using personal experience
How do we incorporate stories into traditional research presentations
Science lends itself to stories
Where do you start
What motivated you to start
Wrapup