English for Academic Correspondence and Socializing is the first ever book of its kind specifically written for researchers of all disciplines whose first language is not English. With easy-to-follow rules and tips, and with authentic examples taken from real emails, referee's reports and cover letters, you will learn how to: - use strategies for understanding native speakers of English - significantly improve your listening skills - organize one-to-one meetings - feel confident at social events - manage and participate in a successful conversation - write effective emails - review other people's manuscripts - formally and informally - reply effectively and constructively to referees' reports - write cover letters to editors - use the telephone and Skype - participate in (video) conference calls - exploit standard English phrases Other books in the series: English for Presentations at International Conferences English for Writing Research Papers English for Research: Usage, Style, and Grammar English for Academic Research: Grammar Exercises English for Academic Research: Vocabulary Exercises English for Academic Research: Writing Exercises

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