Making the Most Out of Attending Academic Conferences

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4. 11/29/2018 Making the Most Out of Attending Academic Conferences - EnagoAcademy Making the Most Out ofAttending AcademicConferences Last updated Nov 20,2018 For any student or researcher, there are many benefits to attending an academic conference. This includes sharing research, learning about new topics, and meeting fellow researchers. So, it is important to do some researchwhen planning to attend a conference. Gather information on howa conference will benefit you, how it relates to your research, are researchers who have contributed significantly to your field attending, if yes are they presenting any new researchetc. The Many Benefits of AttendingConferences Conferences are not only about speeches and lectures. Of course, these are important. However,there are many other benefits of attending a conference. You should be aware of these in order to take advantage of everything that a conference has tooffer. Learning Opportunities https://www.enago.com/academy/making-the-most-out-of-attending-academic-conferences/

5. 11/29/2018 Making the Most Out of Attending Academic Conferences - EnagoAcademy Conferences have a wide range of panels and speakers. Exploring panels and presentations on topics outside of your research focus is a good opportunity to increase your knowledge. Listen intently to speakers. Meet new people. All of this is an opportunity to discover new ideas to use to furtherdevelop your ownresearch. Also, publishers attend conferences to showcase their latest publications. So, you will be introducedto new books in your field that you can use in your ownresearch. NetworkingOpportunities Conferences offer students a tremendous opportunity to meet and speak with leading researchersand scholars. Not only is this good for furthering their education, but it is also an important networking opportunity. One important tip is to do your research about the conference before you go. Find out which speakers will be attending. This will give you an opportunity to not only hear about their research but also havea conversation with them that could possibly lead to furthercontact. Improving Public SpeakingSkills Of course, you will spend time listening to others give presentations. However, you should use this opportunity to present your own work. Giving a speech about your current research will help you develop your skills as a public speaker. This is an invaluable tool as you continue your educationand as you begin a career as a professional. So, abandon your fear of public speaking and get your presentationsready! Making the Most of YourConference Experience Keep in mind the following points to make the most of the next conference youattend- Set Goals and Create aSchedule It is important to establish a clear set of goals that you want to achieve. This could include thepeople you want to meet or the events you want to attend. Part of this is creating a schedule. Aschedule is a great way to prioritize your time and make sure you attend the panels that are most important toyou. AskQuestions Be engaged. Speakers often take the time to address questions at the end of their presentations.So, don’t be shy. Step out of your comfort zone.Asking questions will show that you are a serious researcher who wants to further your knowledge and makeconnections.  Important tip: When asking a question, remember to clearly state your name and your institution.This will make you more familiar with the presenter and otherattendees. https://www.enago.com/academy/making-the-most-out-of-attending-academic-conferences/

6. 11/29/2018 Making the Most Out of Attending Academic Conferences - EnagoAcademy Attend SocialEvents Social events are an informal way to get to know your fellow students and researchers. These events could include dinners, sightseeing tours, outdoor activities, and many other opportunities. Theseevents offer a more relaxed approach to networking. And, of course, these events could be a lot offun! EndlessOpportunities Conferences are more than just presentations. We have offered you some important guidelines. However, it is up to you to do the necessary research, make a solid plan, and engage with yourfellow students and researchers. This will result in endless rewards from your conferenceexperience. Do you have any more tips that will help students and researchers make the most ofacademic conferences? Do let us know in the comments sectionbelow. This article was originally published by EnagoEnglish Editing Service which provides scientific editing services to Phd students, post-docs and researchers.  Networking andsharing REPORTING RESEARCH PUBLISHING RESEARCH IMPORTANT LINKS OUR SERVICES ABOUTUS EnglishEditingContactUs GLOBAL ENAGO Language& Grammar Selecting Journals PhDs & PostdocsServices GuestContributor Product & Service Copy Editing ReviewsServices AboutEnago Academy Journal Guidelines Submitting Manuscripts Substantive Editing Services Ask aQuestion! Manuscripts& Grants Understanding Reviews Publication Support Services Reference Management Understanding Ethics Proofreading Services Figures &Tables Manuscript Editing Enago Academy offers comprehensive and up-to-date resources for researchers, publishers, editors, and students to learn and sharetheirexperienceaboutresearchandpublishing. Enago AcademyalsoconductsworkshopsprimarilyforESLauthors,early- stageresearchers,andgraduatestudents.Ouradvancedworkshopmodulescatertotheneedsofresearcherswhowanttoknow moreabouttheissuespertinenttosuccessfulpublication.ReadMore Copyright © 2018 - ALL RIGHTS RESERVED | PrivacyPolicy | Terms & Conditions| ContactUs  https://www.enago.com/academy/making-the-most-out-of-attending-academic-conferences/