@afrayn @Nadine_Muller @msfloraposte Too much grandstanding and too many walking ego's can spoil an interesting debate/discussion.
@Nadine_Muller @msfloraposte alarmed how much of this advice boils down to 'be inclusive, + don't be obnoxious'. #phdadvice
@afrayn @msfloraposte "I wonder how this would work alongside/ with ..." always better and less presumptuous than "You want to look at ...".- @MsFloraPoste @Nadine_Muller but it is productive to suggest links the speaker might not know (delicate line).
- @DawnLlewellyn Agree - creates a much friendlier and communal atmosphere. Often helps avoid hostility and uncomfortable confrontation, too.
@Nadine_Muller @Will_Blake1974 Great when a Chair introduces themselves and speakers to each other & can warmup audience#phdadvice- @Nadine_Muller @afrayn @MsFloraPoste Having a good chair makes a huge difference - provokes interest and makes all speakers feel included!
- @afrayn @MsFloraPoste Also, as chair, do NOT respond to papers by giving a 10min comment of your own and your work! Seen it! #phdadvice
- @afrayn @MsFloraPoste Agree, Andrew. Plus redirect discussion if it gets too exclusive between 2 people or goes on for too long. #phdadvice
- @MsFloraPoste and also for chairs, as you say- things like making sure all panellists asked a question if not forthcoming from floor.
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