English for Presentations at International Conferences

This, the first book ever written on academic presentations specifically from the perspective of non-native English speakers, is designed to help non-native English speakers to prepare and deliver effective presentations at international conferences.

ISBN 1441965904   DEWEY edition DC22 ISBN13 9781441965905 (What's this?)   Pages 196 Publisher Springer-Verlag New York Inc.   Weight (grammes) 630 Imprint Springer-Verlag New York Inc.   Published in New York, NY Format Paperback   Height (mm) 234 Publication date 20 Aug 2010   Width (mm) 156 Library of Congress 2010930012   Spine width (mm) 10 DEWEY 808.06665   Academic level Professional / Scholarly

		Part I Preparation and Practice
1		Ten Stages in Preparing Your Slides		3
1.1		Find out about the potential audience		4
1.2		Identify your key points/messages		5
1.3		Prepare a two-minute talk		6
1.4		Record and transcribe your two minutes		6
1.5		Expand into a longer presentation		6
1.6		Practice with colleagues		7
1.7		Give your presentation a structure		7
1.8		Create the slides		8
1.9		Modify your script		8
1.10		Cut redundant slides, simplify complicated slides		9
2		Writing Out Your Speech in English		11
2.1		Why should I write a speech? I'm giving an oral presentation, not a written one		12
2.2		Use your script to write notes to accompany your slides		13
2.3		Use your speech for future presentations		13
2.4		Only have one idea per sentence and repeat key words		14
2.5		Simplify sentences that are difficult to say		14
2.6		Do not use synonyms for technical/key words		15
2.7		Avoid details/exceptions		15
2.8		Avoid quasi-technical terms		16
2.9		Explain or paraphrase words that may be unfamiliar to the audience		16
2.10		Only use synonyms for nontechnical words		17
2.11		Be concise only say things that add value		17
2.12		Use verbs rather than nouns		18
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From the reviews: "Specifically written for non-native speakers of English it will also be very useful for anyone who is a native English speaker too. It is written both for those who have never presented before in English and are very nervous at the prospect and those with experience who simply want tips on how to improve their international conference or meeting presentation skills. ! I can highly recommend this book which is also reasonably priced." (Hashim Hashim and Jane Meijlink, ICS News, Vol. 7 (1), January, 2011) "This slim book is aimed at presenters with English as their second language (ESL), and specifically at scientific researchers----an unfortunate choice, as this book has far broader appeal. It provides a great introduction for anyone who must learn the art of presentations and a refresher for experienced presenters. ! I can unreservedly recommend this book for ESL presenters, English presenters with ESL audiences, and anyone who needs to learn or polish their presentation skills." (Geoff Hart, Technical Communication, Vol. 58 (4), November, 2011) "This book, easy to understand, will focus on the issues faced by those non native English speakers. It is designed to help them by providing them with rules and tips on, for instance, gaining and maintaining audience attention, handling questions and answers from the audience as well as highlighting examples taken from real presentations. This guide is thus also highly recommended for trainers in English for academic purposes." (ESNA -- Bulletin, Issue 83, December, 2011) "Wallwork has written a helpful guide for those who struggle with presenting scientific results in person. The book is mainly intended for scientific speakers for whom English is not their primary language, but is also useful for native English speakers who have never presented before or who want to improve their presentation skills. In addition, I'd like to add that the book is also useful for experienced presenters. The book is written as a resource guide and ! offers useful and practical advice. ! Every chapter starts with an explanation as to why the point [Wallwork] makes is important. ! In the book you'll find advice on how to effectively use English without getting stuck on difficult words or tortuous constructions, how to create effective and complementary slides, and how you and your slides can combine effectively during your presentation, so that the impact is as memorable as possible. I ! recommend this book for anyone who is seeking to gain confidence as a scientific speaker or who wants to improve his or her presentation skills. Although the 'Death-by-Powerpoint' syndrome, characterised by slide after slide filled with formal and long texts!delivered in a monotonous drone ! that leaves you feeling sleepy, ! is still is ever-present around us, this book could be the right antidote for those who are willing to battle the syndrome." (Linda M. Liem, The Write Stuff -- The Journal of the European Medical Writers Association)

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