Michael was AWESOME! He was flexible, easy to work with, energetic, fun, personable . . . He stayed on message, yet was willing (and able) to make client-requested changes to the script at the 11th hour. He really is fluid in everything he does.
Michael DiSpezio
Biography
Michael DiSpezio is one of the most recognized, entertaining and sought-after presenters at educator conferences throughout the world. In addition to offering his unique style of dynamic, theatrical, and often interactive presentations, he is a prolific author with over thirty published trade books and an equal number of science textbook co-authorships.
As all agree, his enthusiastic, high-energy style is an infectious vehicle for his delivery of a wide range of topics. Michael's research science background, days on the stage and over a decade in his most noble career as a classroom teacher have produced a speaker's speaker. Exploiting his background as a science writer and educational consultant for organizations that range from the Discovery Channel to the World Bank, Michael DiSpezio carries his messages with validity and resolution.
Michael DiSpezio
Featured Keynote Programs
Visual Foolery! The Science, Magic and History of Optical Illusions
You just won't believe your eyes, as noted author and educator Michael DiSpezio guides you through the universe of optical illusions. But this eye-popping presentation goes far beyond show-and-tell. Not only will you be stumped by these brain-challenging visuals, but you'll learn the science and secrets of each effect. You'll learn easy ways to duplicate many of these illusions on your own. You'll even experience 3D magic with red/blue illusion viewers supplied to all attendees.
Gender and the Brain - How sexy is your wiring?
Are gender differences in the brain real or imagined? Share a biologist's insight and perspective on real and imagined differences in the way males and females think. From genetic determination to developmental factors, you'll learn about gender differences and the possible evolutionary mechanism for their emergence. You'll even have the opportunity to participate in tests that may demonstrate differential performance based upon gender.
Everything You Always Wanted to Know About HIV/AIDS* *but Had No Idea Who to Ask
Join Michael A. DiSpezio, author of the NSTA publication the Science of HIV, for an interactive workshop in which you'll discover the science of HIV/AIDS. Beginning with biology basics, you'll learn about viruses and follow the emergence of this modern day plague. Using theatrical devices and interactive elements, Michael will help attendees construct a valid understanding of HIV/AIDS. The presentation will conclude with an update to our knowledge of the virus, effective therapy regimes and the global epidemiology of 2003 attendees.
Humorous Science - Don't Make Me Laugh
In this stand-up comedy performance, Michael demonstrates how to effectively integrate humor into your science curriculum without compromising validity. Using classic and original examples of science humor, Michael will not only entertain attendees, but guide them into exploiting this often overlooked classroom tool. Be prepared to smile!