Thomson, Kenneth <br/><br/>
English for Meetings /  
Kenneth Thomson. 
 - 1st ed. 
 - Oxford :  Oxford University Press,  2007. 
 - 80 p. :  ill. ;  26 cm.   + 1 MultiROM 
 - Oxford Business English Express .
<br/><br/> Accompanying "MultiROM" also includes audio tracks that can be played on a conventional CD player. Interactive exercises require a computer. 
<br/><br/>Includes a glossary, answer key and transcript.  
<br/><br/>SUMMARY:  "English for Meetings is part of the EXPRESS SERIES. It is the ideal quick course for professionals who need to attend meetings in English. It can be used to supplement a regular coursebook, on its own, as a stand-alone intensive specialist course, or self-study. English for Meetings is the perfect resource to refer to before your next international meeting.<br/> Key features of the Book:<br/>  Language presented in context with follow-up exercises<br/>  Special focus on the appropriate language for formal and informal meetings<br/>  Stimulating role-plays for groupwork tasks<br/>  Language focus boxes with tips and key language for contributing effectively to meetings in an international context<br/>  STARTER section at the beginning of each unit with warm-up and awareness-raising activities<br/>  OUTPUT section at the end of each unit with topics for discussion and reflection<br/>  Appendix including an answer key, transcript, A-Z wordlist, and a glossary of useful phrases and vocabulary Key Features of the MultiROM  Realistic listening extracts<br/>  Interactive exercises to practise the language of meetings" (Book Cover).  CONTENTS:  1. Could we meet next week?<br/> Topics  Arranging a meeting<br/>  Confirming a meeting by email<br/>  Rescheduling a meeting Skills  Using first names<br/>  Apologizing for changing a meeting time  Getting emails right  General meetings vocabulary 2. Can we make a start now?<br/> Topics  Saying hello and making Introductions <br/>  Starting a meeting<br/>  Stating the objectives <br/>  Introductions Skills  Making small talk  Writing formal and informal agendas<br/>  Chairing a meeting 3. Can I make a point here?<br/> Topics  Reporting progress <br/>  Explaining cause and effect <br/>  Interrupting and dealing with interruptions Skills  Interrupting politely  Asking for clarification<br/>  Giving your opinion  Video conferencing 4. I'm not sure I agree<br/> Topics  Asking for comments and contributions<br/>  Expressing strong and tentative opinions <br/>  Agreeing and disagreeing Skills  Disagreement and criticism in different cultures  Diplomatic language  Making positive suggestions<br/>  Resolving conflicts 5. It's a deal<br/> Topics  Responding to offers <br/>  Buying time; taking a vote <br/>  Summarizing the results of a meeting Skills  Reaching agreement  Talking about possibilities  Controlling the timing of a meeting<br/>  Intercultural communication 6. So, I think we're finished for today<br/> Topics  Ending a meeting and thanking participants<br/>  Confirming decisions and action points<br/>  Follow-up emails<br/>  Saying goodbye Skills  Talking about plans  Formal and informal minutes<br/>  Mixing business and pleasure Appendix   Test yourself<br/>  Partner Files<br/>  Answer keys<br/>  Transcripts<br/>  A-Z word list<br/>  Useful phrases and vocabulary 
<br/><br/> Intended for professionals who need to attend meetings in English.  
<br/><br/><label>ISBN: </label>9780194579346 (Student Book with MultiROM) 
<br/><br/><label>Subjects--Topical Terms: </label><br/>English language--Self-instruction.<br/>English language--Business English--Textbooks for foreign speakers.<br/>Business meetings--Study and teaching.