Vortragenden

Vortragenden is a German noun form referring to people who give talks or presentations, commonly translated as speakers or presenters. The term is used for individuals who deliver talks at conferences, seminars, meetings, or similar events. In everyday usage, die Vortragenden denotes a group of speakers and is gender-inclusive, as it can refer to all genders.

Etymology and grammar: Vortragen is the root (to present or lecture) combined with the agent-noun suffix -ender. The singular forms are der Vortragende (masculine) and die Vortragende (feminine). In the plural, the nominative is die Vortragenden. The genitive plural is der Vortragenden, and the dative plural is den Vortragenden. The form Vortragenden appears in these inflected uses, and can be encountered in program text as well as in descriptive passages.

Context and usage: In program schedules and event announcements, the term label often appears to identify those who deliver talks. The Vortragenden may present research findings, theoretical work, or professional updates, and they are typically grouped by session or panel. The word is commonly interchangeable with speakers or presenters in English-language summaries of events.

Responsibilities and expectations: Vortragenden are usually responsible for preparing their presentation materials, staying within allotted time, and ensuring the accuracy of content. They may respond to audience questions and coordinate with session chairs or moderators. In formal programs, guidelines may specify audiovisual requirements, disclosure of conflicts of interest, and adherence to event codes of conduct.

See also: Referent, Moderator, Präsentation.