Present
Oral Sessions
This is your one stop for all of the information you need to participate in an oral session. Instructions differ based on your role and the way you are attending. Please select accordingly:
- I am Presenting In-Person.
- I am Presenting Online.
In-Person
Oral Session Presenter Guide
4-6 April 2023
- Oral sessions scheduled in the Arctic/Pacific Ballroom will be hybrid: In-person and online presenters will deliver live presentations.
- All presenters will participate in a moderated Q&A and discussion.
4-STEPS FOR A SUCCESSFUL PRESENTATION
1. REGISTER
- You must register in order to present at OVS23.
- Register
2. PREPARE AND REHEARSE
- Organize your ideas and make a plan for staying within your allotted time. Please refer to the online program for the length of your allotted presentation and session schedule. If you have any questions regarding the session schedule, please reach out to your session conveners.
- Leave adequate time for Q&A and transitions. For example, if your presentation is 10 minutes, please allow at least 2 minutes for individual Q&A and transition.
- Create an opening statement.
- Rehearse speaking slowly and clearly. If your rehearsal runs long, reduce the material and rehearse again.
- Use simple, active words and short sentences. (Some online attendees might be using translation services.)
3. CHECK YOUR TECH
- Online presenters will use Zoom Webinars to participate in oral sessions. Zoom links will be available to presenters just prior to the start of the Ocean Visions Summit.
- Online attendees can use a web browser or the Zoom app.
- Most major functions are supported in the browser version, including screen scharing, chat and breakout rooms.
4. LOGIN TO YOUR SESSION EARLY
- Login to your session 20 minutes before it starts.
- Detailed instructions will be provided via email.
- Session chairs will introduce presenters and moderate the Q&A.
- Technical support will be available.
Online
Oral Session Presenter Guide
4-6 April 2023
- Oral sessions scheduled in the Arctic/Pacific Ballroom will be hybrid: In-person and online presenters will deliver live presentations.
- All presenters will participate in a moderated Q&A and discussion.
4-STEPS FOR A SUCCESSFUL PRESENTATION
1. REGISTER
- You must register in order to present at OVS23.
- Register
2. PREPARE AND REHEARSE
- Organize your ideas and make a plan for staying within your allotted time. Please refer to the online program for the length of your allotted presentation and session schedule. If you have any questions regarding the session schedule, please reach out to your session conveners.
- Leave adequate time for Q&A and transitions. For example, if your presentation is 10 minutes, please allow at least 2 minutes for individual Q&A and transition.
- Create an opening statement.
- Rehearse speaking slowly and clearly. If your rehearsal runs long, reduce the material and rehearse again.
- Use simple, active words and short sentences. (Some online attendees might be using translation services.)
3. CHECK YOUR TECH
- Online presenters will use Zoom Webinars to participate in oral sessions. Zoom links will be available to presenters just prior to the start of the Ocean Visions Summit.
- Online attendees can use a web browser or the Zoom app.
- Most major functions are supported in the browser version, including screen scharing, chat and breakout rooms.
4. LOGIN TO YOUR SESSION EARLY
- Login to your session 20 minutes before it starts.
- Detailed instructions will be provided via email.
- Session chairs will introduce presenters and moderate the Q&A.
- Technical support will be available.