Educational aims:
With expertise in delivering presentations and moderation, professionals can share cutting-edge research findings and clinical insights, actively engage in discussions, and establish valuable connections within the community. Elevating professional visibility and recognition, these capabilities uphold standards of excellence for individuals and the institutions they represent.
By participating in conferences and educational events, professionals contribute to the advancement of respiratory medicine and patient care, making a tangible impact while maintaining the highest standards of professionalism. Join us for this three-part faculty development series to refine your skills.
Target audience:
- ERS members
- Non-members
- Professionals working in all specialties within respiratory medicine
- Potential presenters
Learning outcomes:
Following this series, participants will be able to:
- Gain comprehensive skills in preparing and delivering effective oral presentations, including structuring content, utilising visual aids, and engaging with audiences.
- Develop proficiency in chairing/moderating sessions, including maintaining schedules, introducing speakers, facilitating audience interaction, and utilising necessary technology.
- Enhance overall communication skills for scientific conferences, including effective structuring of presentations, creating engaging visual aids, maintaining audience interest, handling questions confidently, and utilising non-verbal communication techniques.
Topics and schedule:
- Session 1: Preparing your oral poster presentation (23 April, 2024)
- Session 2: Chairing/moderating at a scientific meeting (16 May, 2024)
- Session 3: Speaking in a scientific conference (27 June, 2024)
Check the Programme tab for more details regarding each session.
CME credits
An application will be submitted to EBAP (European Board for Accreditation in Pneumology) for CME accreditation of this event. The number of credits that you will receive will correspond to the time you spend viewing the sessions live.
Recordings
Video recordings of each session will be made available to registered participants within two weeks after each session.
Register now
Below you can register for each session individually.
Session 1: Preparing your oral poster presentation
23 April, 2024 | Online
16:00–17:00 CEST
Chair: D. Rama Esendagli
Learning outcomes:
- Learn the key components of an effective oral poster presentation, including structure, content, and visual aids.
- Develop skills in organising and structuring information to effectively convey research findings or insights related to respiratory health.
- Learn techniques for engaging and interacting with conference attendees during the presentation.
- Gain confidence in delivering a concise and clear oral presentation within the allocated time frame.
- Understand the role of body language, voice modulation, and other non-verbal communication techniques in delivering a successful oral poster presentation.
- Learn how to effectively handle questions and address enquiries from the audience.
Session 2: Chairing/moderating at a scientific meeting
16 May, 2024 | Online
16:00–17:00 CEST
Chair: A. Beech
Learning outcomes:
- Discover the role and responsibilities of a session chair/moderator.
- Learn the importance of maintaining the schedule and keeping sessions running smoothly.
- Understand how to introduce speakers and provide the necessary context for their presentations.
- Develop skills in facilitating audience engagement and interaction during sessions.
- Develop strategies for keeping discussions focused and relevant to the theme of the conference.
- Receive feedback and guidance on improving moderation skills and techniques.
- Understand the technology and equipment used for moderating sessions, such as microphones, presentation software, and AV systems.
- Learn how to collaborate with conference organisers, speakers, and other moderators to ensure the overall success of the conference programme.
Session 3: Speaking in a scientific conference
27 June, 2024 | Online
16:00–17:00 CEST
Chair: C. Premuda
Learning outcomes:
- Learn effective techniques for structuring and organising presentation content to convey research findings or insights related to respiratory health.
- Develop skills in creating visually engaging and informative slides or visual aids to complement the presentation.
- Understand the principles of effective communication, including clarity, conciseness, and relevance to the audience.
- Develop strategies for engaging the audience and maintaining their interest throughout the presentation.
- Learn how to handle questions and address enquiries from the audience confidently and professionally.
- Understand how to use body language, voice modulation, and other non-verbal communication techniques to enhance the delivery of the presentation.
Registration fees are non-refundable.
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