Author: Steven G. Rogelberg Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA ISBN: 0190689218 Category : Business & Economics Languages : en Pages : 193
Book Description
Preface -- Setting the meeting stage -- So many meetings and so much frustration -- Get rid of meetings? no, solve meetings through science -- Evidence-based strategies for leaders -- The image in the mirror is likely wrong -- Meet for 48 minutes -- Agendas are a hollow crutch -- The bigger, the badder -- Don't get too comfortable in that chair -- Deflate negative energy from the start -- No more talking! -- The folly of the remote call-in meeting -- Putting it all together -- Epilogue: trying to get ahead of the science' using science -- Tool: meeting quality self-assessment -- Tool: sample engagement survey and 360 feedback questions on meetings -- Tool: good meeting facilitation checklist -- Tool: huddle implementation checklist -- Tool: agenda template -- Tool: guide to taking good meeting minutes/notes -- Tool: expectations assessment -- Acknowledgments -- References -- Index
Author: Vernon Booth Publisher: CUP Archive ISBN: 9780521277716 Category : Education Languages : en Pages : 84
Book Description
Balloons & marginal instructions; Writing a scientific paper; Preparation of the typescript and figures; Speaking at scientific meetings; Addressed to those for whom english is a foreign language; An appeal to north americans; Preparation of a dissertation or thesis; Biblliography; Index.
Author: Miquel A. Hernan Publisher: CRC Press ISBN: 9781420076165 Category : Medical Languages : en Pages : 352
Book Description
The application of causal inference methods is growing exponentially in fields that deal with observational data. Written by pioneers in the field, this practical book presents an authoritative yet accessible overview of the methods and applications of causal inference. With a wide range of detailed, worked examples using real epidemiologic data as well as software for replicating the analyses, the text provides a thorough introduction to the basics of the theory for non-time-varying treatments and the generalization to complex longitudinal data.
Author: August Epple Publisher: Cambridge University Press ISBN: 9780521589192 Category : Business & Economics Languages : en Pages : 204
Book Description
Dealing with virtually all aspects of scientific meetings, August Epple gives invaluable guidance for prospective organizers. He covers events from local afternoon Symposia to International Congresses with more than 1000 participants. He also provides insights for the tourist industry into the specific requirements that make scientific meetings different from others. The author gets straight to the point, identifying common problems and offering solutions. In twenty chapters and an extensive appendix, attention is given to critical details such as selection of the meeting site and timing of the event; stepwise program development; the selection of speakers and other key participants; social functions; budget matters; fund raising; the design of forms and brochures; publication of proceedings. If you are organizing a scientific meeting this is your indispensable guide.
Author: Elizabeth M Fisher Publisher: World Scientific ISBN: 1786347245 Category : Science Languages : en Pages : 167
Book Description
The book provides a practical and readable guide to getting the most out of attending a scientific conference. The topics covered include writing an abstract, preparing and presenting a poster or talk, chairing a session, making good use of poster and oral sessions, and networking. Also included is practical advice on registering for a conference and planning travel. Aimed primarily at PhD students who are attending their first conference, it is also relevant to junior postdoctoral scientists.Different types of scientific conferences are discussed, together with their distinct roles in the development of a scientific career. After reading this book, a student or postdoc will be in a better position to make an effective presentation of their work at a conference and to achieve the maximum benefit from attending the conference, including promoting their work, learning about the latest developments and getting to know the key players in their field.
Author: Gideon Rivlin Publisher: Karger Medical and Scientific Publishers ISBN: 9783805561518 Category : Science Languages : en Pages : 108
Book Description
Whether you are organizing a scientific conference for under 400 participants or attempting to attract upwards of 5,000 delegates, this step-by-step guide will be your essential desk-top companion. It provides professional and non-professional meeting planners alike with all the necessary information on organizing and running an international scientific conference. Key procedures covered include identifying a suitable centre for the event, arranging delegate accommodation, establishing a registration system and preparing the scientific program. The book also evaluates the importance of technology in the planning and organizing of these events. In this timely and informative publication, the author shares the vast wealth of knowledge he has acquired during 30 years' experience of organizing international conferences. It will become for many a valuable reference to the planning and successful realization of scientific events.
Author: Steven G. Rogelberg
Author: Vernon Booth
Author: Miquel A. Hernan
Author: August Epple
Author: Elizabeth M Fisher
Author: Oak Ridge National Laboratory
Author: Oak Ridge National Laboratory
Author: Zoological Society of London
Author: Gideon Rivlin
Author: Special Libraries Association