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Presenting Your Research
Conferences, Symposiums, Poster Presentations and Beyond

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March 2014 | 160 pages | SAGE Publications Ltd

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.

This book addresses questions such as:

  • Why should I give a paper and where might I give a paper?
  • How does the conference system works?
  • How do I prepare an abstract/outline/synopsis?
  • How do I chose my material and prepare it for a conference presentation?
  • How can I prepare effective conference aids?
  • How can I overcome my nerves?
  • How can I prepare and present effective posters for poster presentations?

As with the other titles in the Success in Research series, this guide takes a hands-on approach and includes checklists, top tips, exercises and examples to help you remember what you have read and put it immediately to work!

The Success in Research series, from Cindy Becker and Pam Denicolo, provides short, authoritative and accessible guides on key areas of professional and research development.

Avoiding jargon and cutting to the chase of what you really need to know, these practical and supportive books cover a range of areas from presenting research to achieving impact, and from publishing journal articles to developing proposals. They are essential reading for any student or researcher interested in developing their skills and broadening their professional and methodological knowledge in an academic context.

 
Introduction
 
When and where should I give a paper?
 
Calls for papers: how the conference system works
 
Preparing an abstract/outline/synopsis
 
Conference paper or presentation?
 
Choosing material for an event
 
Preparing your material
 
Presentation aids
 
Preparing to present
 
Delivering your material
 
Using your nerves
 
Handling questions
 
Poster presentations
 
Making the most of the presentation opportunity

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Lucinda Becker

Lucinda Becker is Professor of Pedagogy and an award-winning lecturer and tutor at the University of Reading. She has dedicated her professional life to creating independent learners who are confident in themselves intellectually, professionally and personally. Lucinda has written numerous study guides for students and works with undergraduates and postgraduates across the university. She is also a professional trainer and consultant, helping new graduates in engineering, science and law to become successful communicators and leaders. More About Author

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