Oral Presentations

What is an Oral Presentation?
Oral presentations are forms of effective verbal communication that may be accompanied by slides. It is critical that you do not read your slides as your presentation; slides help you make a point, but do not replace your verbal communication. Presenters should not write out their presentations on slides or itemize all their points on a slide—this detracts from engagement with the audience. If your head is always turned to your slides or looking down at your laptop, you will not deliver a powerful presentation.

Oral Presentation Guidelines:
Your cooperation is appreciated in keeping the meeting on schedule for the benefit of all attendees. Please note the following guidelines:

Types of Oral Presentations:

Presentation Type	Total Allotted Time
Plenary Talk	40 min Followed by Q&A Session
Keynote Talk	30 min Followed by Q&A Session
Invited Talk	25 min Followed by Q&A Session
Featured Talk	20 min Followed by Q&A Session

Note: Organizers reserve the right to adjust talk durations to accommodate the program. Presentations must start on time and not exceed scheduled end times. The language of all presentations is English.

Things to Do Before Your Presentation to Prevent Technical Delays/Issues:

• Bring your USB device to Speaker Check-in at least 1 hour prior to your talk.
• Technicians will assist you in pre-loading your presentation to the networked system.
• Authors can present using their own devices.
• Bring an extra copy of your presentation on a USB device as backup.
• LCD projectors, screens, laser pointers, and microphones are provided.
• Label your USB device and presentation file with your name, presentation day, and time.
• Send your final presentation via email to the organizing committee by the prescribed deadline.
• If special arrangements are needed (e.g., different OS, videos), inform the committee by the deadline.
• The organizing committee is not responsible for technical issues caused by late communication.
• Speakers who have not sent their presentation data must have their laptop ready 30 minutes before the session.
• Technical assistance will be provided during your presentation. All presentations must run on Windows. Microsoft PowerPoint is recommended. A SMART pointer will be provided.