While I agree that the writing of a paper or report is very important, I
think that (especially with a conference coming up) giving a paper or
presentation is equally as important.

Historians tend to read their papers, as do many students. This is NOT the
way to make a presentation. You usually only have 15-20 minutes to make the
presentation and make your points.

I prefer slide presentations and use humor and comparisons to get points
across. Put yourself in the place of the listeners. If the listener wants a
full literature review, they can get a copy of the paper.

Any other tips from other Histarcher's?


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