conferences, symposiums, poster presentations and beyond Becker, Lucinda. creator text cau London SAGE Publication Ltd. c2014 2014 monographic eng

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viii, 147 pages : illustrations ; 24 cm. For many researchers, the need to present relevant and engaging material in the most effective way in an unfamiliar setting presents a potential barrier to their success as professionals. This handy guide tackles the obstacles to effective and successful presentations, considering the range of material which might be presented, the occasions which suit different types of material and the skills needed to present research in a way that is engaging and persuasive. One. Introduction -- Two..When and where should I give a paper? -- Three..Calls for papers: how the conference system works -- Four..Preparing an abstract/outline/synopsis -- Five..Conference paper or presentation? -- Six..Choosing material for an event -- Seven..Preparing your material -- Eight..Presentation aids -- Nine..Preparing to present -- Ten..Delivering your material -- Eleven..Using your nerves -- Twelve..Handling questions -- Thirteen..Poster presentations -- Fourteen..Making the most of the presentation opportunity. Lucinda Becker. Includes index. Text in English. Education Research Communication in education Technical writing Academic writing Publishing Authorship Marketing Public speaking LB 1028 .B388 2014 9781446275894 (pbk.) 2013946899 DLC 130802 20140927093510.0 SSB064464 eng