Freie Plätze:
In a Nutshell: Presenting Research in Compact Formats
In spoken and written academic communication, there are scenarios in which time and space are at a premium. At conference dinners, for example, “what are you working on?” is a frequent question that people expect you to answer in a few sentences rather than by delivering a lecture; abstracts of 250 words or less are quickly becoming the norm; and some grant applications involve five-minute oral presentations and very brief Q&A sessions. In all of these settings, researchers need to communicate not only effectively, but also efficiently. In this workshop, we will discuss and practice the linguistic tools and techniques that allow speakers and writers to make the most of the time and space available.
Target Group
Researchers who wish to practice the skills necessary to communicate effectively in compact formats.
Workshop Goal
The workshop will enable participants to
- Master the techniques necessary to package information economically.
- Appreciate the role of grammar in condensing information.
- Practice the linguistic and rhetorical skills required to increase message impact and efficiency.
Workshop Content
- "Elevator pitches" in academic settings
- Effective abstracts
- Driving your point home: grammar and information structure
- How to highlight the most important part of your message
Location, date and time
Tuesday, 26 March 2019, 9.00 am - 1.00 pm
Wednesday, 27 March 2019, 9.00 am - 1.00 pm
All registered participants will be informed of the location by email one week before the event.
Fees and Registration
This workshop is open to a limited number of participants. The registration deadline is 12 March 2019.
Please note that you should notify us before the registration deadline if you are unable to attend the workshop. Otherwise the full fee will be charged.
Please let the Personnel Development and Planning Office know if you will not be attending. There are often waiting lists for the workshops, and this will give one of your colleagues the chance to attend. In addition, if we can fill the vacancy with someone from the waiting list, no cancellation charges will apply for you.
To sign up for this workshop, please click "Register" at the bottom of this page.
For any further information please contact Elke Rittersbacher (elke.rittersbacher@wu.ac.at, Ext. 4448).
The course fee is €20.
Trainer
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Prof. Dr. Gerlinde Mautner
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