Once your research is complete, it’s time to organize that information into a master reference for writing your presentation or report. Here’s a recommended method for doing so:
Step 1: Create a Draft Outline
Begin by writing a draft outline on paper. Make any necessary adjustments, add subheadings, and arrange the headings in a logical sequence to create your final outline.
- Introduction
(Why this topic is important) - Understanding Heart disease
A. Causes
B. Symptoms and Presentation
C. Diagnostic Tools
D. Prognosis and Treatment
III. Understanding Arrhythmia
A. Causes
B. Symptoms and Presentation
C. Diagnostic Tools
D. Prognosis and Treatment
- Outline of Similarities
A. Epidermal Symptoms
B. Environmental Causes
C. Diagnostic Tools
D. Life Expectancy - Outline of Differences
A. Progression of Illnesses
B. Usage of Mofiderin in Treatment - Conclusion
(They are from the same virus)
Step 2: Colour Code Your Outline
Take a set of coloured markers and assign a colour to each heading or subheading based on the amount of information associated with it. This visual organization can help you quickly identify areas that require more detail or clarification as you prepare your final presentation.
(Symbols can also be used if desired, but colors are usually easier to read.)
Now, go through your notes and mark them up using this outline as a legend. You may even want to expand your outline further, adding key points to cover. This will help ensure that all the necessary points are covered in your presentation.
