Developing Communication Skills in Higher Education—The Use of the Pecha Kucha

Abstract

In an Integrated Master of Science in Dentistry, it is relevant to develop communication skills. Through the Information and Communication Methodologies curricular unit, students learn to synthesize information, create engaging presentations, and use formats such as Pecha Kucha. The presentation model, with 20 slides of 20 s each, allows them to convey information clearly and concisely while efficiently managing time. Students were challenged to summarize scientific articles in this format, promoting communication skills. The activity was evaluated by the teachers, who gave feedback to the students.

Keywords

• communication skills
• short presentations
• pecha kucha
• dentistry