Introduction to Data Storytelling

This workshop is designed to develop the ability to create impactful slide decks and enhance your presentation skills.

No matter the audience you’re presenting to, a strong visual presentation can determine whether you 'get to yes' with your stakeholders. 

Participants will move from the founding principles of design (Gestalt) to storytelling techniques. We will move from best practices for designing slides (including data-rich slides) to combining those slides into a highly impactful data story.

PREREQUISITE(S)
No previous experience is necessary

LEARNING GOALS

1. Learn the theory (Gestalt) behind designing impactful visuals
2. Learn theories of narrative storytelling for presentations
3. Practice actively redesigning slides and restructuring slide decks for optimal effect

RELATED PAGES

1. https://randal-sean-harrison.github.io/text-is-visual/
2. https://randal-sean-harrison.github.io/chart-anatomy/

Open to Graduate Students, Undergraduates, Faculty, Staff, Postdocs

Instructed By 
Emerging Technologies Librarian
rharriso@nd.edu

As the Emerging Technologies Librarian for the Hesburgh Library, Randy assists users with the identification, evaluation, and use of emerging technologies in the creation of a variety of media-rich projects, explores innovative online tools and related services, and identifies learning and engagement opportunities to support student research and promote student success.

Ph.D., Rhetoric and Technical Communication, Michigan Technological University M.A., Rhetoric and Writing, San Diego State University B.A., English, San Diego State University