Target Audience: All types of librarians Learning Outcomes: 1. Participants will evaluate the benefits of using the Pecha Kucha format. 2. Participants will be able to create their own presentations using Pecha Kucha.
Pecha Kucha is a Japanese presentation format developed to easily, efficiently and informally show digital presentations. Pecha Kucha nights are held worldwide in more than 225 cities. Using a fast-paced format, a presenter shows 20 images automatically timed for 20 seconds apiece, for a total time of 6 minutes, 40 seconds. The dullest topics can be enhanced using this method. The format keeps presentations concise and interest levels high. Use Pecha Kucha to reinvigorate your library presentations and transform them beyond the usual talking-head drone format. Using the Pecha Kucha format, the presenters will demonstrate its vitality and energy, while explaining the benefits of the format.
