SkillUp – Personal Development for Young STEM Talents
With our STEM training program "SkillUp", we provide young scientists from the university partners of the InnovationCampus Future Mobility (ICM) with optimal qualifications for their current and future tasks.
In addition to the development of professional competencies, the interdisciplinary personal development process is a decisive career building block. We would like to promote this process with joint and various workshops within the program.
"SkillUp" is specifically tailored to the respective qualification phase: whether you are a young graduate, an aspiring doctoral student or a young postdoc - we have the launching pad for your individual journey to success as you pursue your career goals in STEM..
From the very beginning, we support you in strategically developing your personal skills and in networking and exchanging ideas with other young scientists.
One step ahead with interdisciplinary competencies
- All graduates and young scientists from institutions previously involved in the ICM are eligible to participate.
- The scientists may have already signed a doctoral agreement or be in the early phase as a postdoc (maximum two years after the doctorate).
- The workshops are free of charge for the scientists of the institutions participating in the ICM.
Course overview and assignment to the respective qualification phase
The training courses are conducted by the National Institute for Science Communication (NaWik) gGmbH as well as the Human Resources Development and Vocational Training (PEBA) at Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT). In the following, you will find the workshops offered in English.
Content
The "Fundamentals of Science Communication" provides scientists with an introduction to science communication with the public and the media. This basic course focuses on topics such as the dimensions of science communication, the interaction between actors and target groups, and dealing with the media.
The modules build on each other. The content is varied and includes animations, videos and quizzes. In the seminar, participants will learn how to optimize their presentations for the respective target group. They will learn how to prepare and present their content in a way that their audience will understand. Under the guidance of the instructor, they will learn what an effective presentation looks like through numerous practical exercises. Individual feedback through video analysis will prepare participants for future presentations.
Duration: 8 hours
Validity: 6 months after registration
Scope: 14 modules with videos, animations and quizzes
Target Audience/Qualification Phase: Suitable for graduates, doctoral students and postdocs
Number of licenses: 50
Sponsor: NaWik
Registration link: https://wisskomm-campus.de/register/?id=18a4b40eb3c0a8d7d7022185d39
Content
It is becoming increasingly important for scientists to be able to communicate and present their topics in a convincing and understandable way. Often, they only have a few minutes to do this, for example during a poster presentation at a conference or an open house. In this case, it is important to communicate one's research topic as concisely and understandably as possible. This can range from a technical talk for a group of colleagues to a concise presentation for an audience of decision-makers.
In this workshop, participants will learn how to optimize their presentations for different audiences. They will improve their own appearance and learn how to prepare and present their content in a way that their audience will understand. Under the guidance of the trainer, they will learn what an effective presentation looks like through numerous practical exercises. Individual feedback through video analysis makes participants fit for future presentations.
The basic terminology of science communication will not be covered in detail in this face-to-face training course. For this reason, we strongly recommend that you take the e-learning course on the basics of science communication.
Dates (2 days)
- 10/24+25/2023, German
- 12/5+6/2023, German
- 5/14+15/2024, German
- 6/18+19/2024, English
Place: Karlsruhe
Target Group/Phase of Qualification: Suitable for graduates, doctoral students and postdocs
Trainer: Ms Dr. Ulrike Brandt-Bohne
Number of Participants: 8
Conduct: NaWik
Registration Link: https://terminplaner6.dfn.de/b/551ac1307ae9599ec95414a9899455ed-354153
Content
Participants practice presenting their common research topic in a small group in a way that is clear and understandable. It is important to make clear agreements beforehand in order to avoid getting lost in details or leaving out important points for the target group. A clear division of roles and the development of a presentation choreography will help to gain the necessary confidence in the presentation - and to convince the audience!
Presentation coaching involves planning, developing and practicing a specific presentation situation. Qualitative feedback allows strengths and weaknesses to be identified during the coaching. Repeated practice of the presentation under realistic conditions prepares the group optimally for the presentation.
Main topics:
- Clarification and distribution of roles
- The choreography of the group presentation
- The timing of the group presentation
- Identifying and formulating relevant content
- Dealing with questions
The basic terminology of science communication will not be covered in detail in this face-to-face training course. For this reason, we strongly recommend that you take the e-learning course on the basics of science communication.
Dates (1 day)
- 2/6/2024, English
- 7/9/2024, German
Place: Karlsruhe
Target Group/Phase of Qualification: Suitable for graduates, doctoral students and postdocs
Trainer: Ms Dr. Ulrike Brandt-Bohne
Number of Participants: 8
Conduct: NaWik
Registration Link: https://terminplaner6.dfn.de/b/6646e28ec7a196bb42f7bfe93fd11e9a-355175
Content
Clear and appealing visualization of data and information is an excellent way to make science accessible to a wider audience. Graphics are also an important part of scientific communication - for example, infographics for posters, illustrations in lectures, or illustrations in publications.
The Visualizing Science workshop focuses on infographics for posters. It is an introduction to the basic design principles and methods for the presentation of research results in an easier and more lively way. Interactive content will alternate with compact input, hands-on exercises, and question-and-answer sessions. Based on their own research topic, participants will develop the outline of an infographic.
The focus of the workshop is on communicating with an audience beyond your peers. Visualization of research data for scientific publication is not part of the workshop. The workshop is not a software training.
Main topics:
- Characteristics and effects of good visualization
- Finding your own topic and developing visual ideas for it
- Structure and layout of an infographic
- Basics of visual design
- Roadmap from sketch to finished visualization
- Tools, tips and tricks for creating infographics
- Poster: purpose and visual language
- The nomenclature of scientific illustration styles
Dates (2 days)
- 3/12+13/2024, English
- 6/25+26/2024, German
Place: Karlsruhe
Target Group/Phase of Qualification: Suitable for graduates, doctoral students and postdocs
Trainer: Mr Chris Spatschek
Number of Participants: 10
Conduct: NaWik
Registration Link: https://terminplaner6.dfn.de/b/dd4cad97c9b2af7b7f8398d71bc81200-355188
Planned
Content: Description to follow
Date: to follow
Place: Karlsruhe
Target Group/Phase of Qualification: Suitable for graduates, doctoral students and postdocs
Conduct: PEBA, KIT
Registration Link: to follow
Contact
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Nathalie Aubard, Executive Assistant at ICM:
E-Mail: info(at)icm-bw.de
Phone: +49 172 1368876