Effective communication for science and technology
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Effective communication for science and technology
Palgrave, 2001
- pbk.
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Description
Students nowadays don't just need subject knowledge - they need to communicate well, by writing clear, well-structured reports and by presenting their information in a professional way to an audience.
This friendly, readable book guides science and technology students through all the communication involved in a typical course, from the first assignment to the final project report or dissertation. Detailed help and support is given, with lots of examples and practical advice, including how to apply for a job and succeed at an interview. Above all, this book will give its readers confidence that they can communicate effectively and get credit for their writing and speaking skills.
Table of Contents
PART ONE: INTRODUCTION TO WRITING AND SPEAKING Introduction.- PART TWO: WRITING SKILLS Listening, Reading and Making Notes.- Good Style and Presentation.- Writing Reports and Dissertations.- PART THREE: SPEAKING SKILLS Working as Part of a Group.- Preparing Notes and Visual Aids.- Delivery and Non-Verbal Communication.- Surviving the Viva.- PART FOUR: APPLYING FOR A JOB Preparing a CV and Job Application.- The Successful Job Interview.- Index.
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