Iii grammar : Word formation Prefixes

Lesson 13

I. Scale Up 2. “Conference Participation” II. Reading skills activity. “Human factors in aviation” III Grammar : Word formation - Prefixes

I. «Conference Participation”

Read the paragraphs and match them and the headings.

1. 
   submitting a proposal 2.cards 3.talking to people 4.workshop environment 5.business scholars of the field of your interest
   

a. It's also important to introduce yourself to unknown people correctly at conferences. I'm not very extroverted, and it has been one of the hardest tasks for me, but introducing myself to others and making myself meet new people has made the experience of attending conferences richer, and assisted in developing my career through the new relationships I've made.

b. Consists of smaller groups of between 10-30 participants, allows facilitators to deliver the theory component whilst allowing delegates, to engage in practical exercises. This type of learning process can be very effective when used over short periods of time for example two
to three days. They create an effective learning opportunity for those participants who learn more effectively from direct interaction.

c. This may seem old school, but unless everyone has the app where you bump smart phones and share numbers, it is still the best way to gather people's contact information. Then, when you're back in the office, email and say hello. Mention something about when you met and suggest how you can work together or stay in touch in the future!

d. Anyone can submit a paper, panel session idea, or workshop proposal. The process of submitting something is rewarding. You should spend some time trying to express your ideas in a way that others can value, that improves your ability to think and communicate. Even if your submission isn't accepted, you will have some benefit.

e. When you attend a conference related to your area of expertise, you will get opportunities to communicate with nationally known experts in your profession-colleagues you recognize by reputation and through their articles and books. It may be a scary trying to some people to meet «famous» people. It's usually best to get an adviser or a colleague to introduce you to others. If you meet with people you want to listen to or to have a conversation, feel free to move on up to them and ask questions you are interested in. This may help you to build a strong relationship bridge between you and other participants.

II. Human factors in aviation

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