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DESIGN AND PRESENTATION
Poster Sessions
Why a Poster?
Present: Ideas Solutions or Discoveries Results from Experiments
Connect: With Possible Collaborators Find Publishing Outlets
Research: Enhance & Revise
Visual Ideas,
Discoveries,
Experiments
Short, Repeated
Presentation
Questions and
Answers
Use Posters To
Say It !
Short Presentation or TalkQuestions & Answers
Network~ Meet New Colleagues
Write It!Handout
Poster Text
Picture It!
HandoutPoster Graphics, Charts, and Tables
Communicate, Communicate,Communicate
Choosing a Topic
Consider:• Conference
Themes• Call for
Participation
• Proposal Guidelines
Who Cares? Your Colleagues
Engaging and Interesting Topic? Invites Discussion and Questions?
You! Enthusiasm? Interest?
Can You Visualize It? Charts Graphs Pictures
Submitting a Proposal
National ConferencesState and Regional Conferences
Local Events
Where to
Submit?
Proposal Guidelines
Follow Submission Guidelines!
Pay Attention to Requirements Deadlines Abstract Word Count
Focus on Your Idea Original Engaging
Titles Matter Make it Interesting Tie it to the Conference Theme Must Display Well on Poster
Proposal Tips
Designing the Poster
Follow the Guidelines Poster Size Language
Decide on the Objectives for Your PosterPlan Your Layout
Sections to IncludePlan Your Theme
Colors Font Graphics
Proofread and Error Check
Design Tips
Follow the KISS & DRY
Principles
Text• Should Be Short•Big & Easy to Read
Use Section Headings• To Divide Poster• Keep Them Short
•Align Them in the Same Direction
Use Subheadings and Captions
Use Bullets•Avoid Sub-Bullets• Avoid Long Lists
Be Consistent•Align Headings in the Same Direction
• Font Colors and Type• Bullet Design
Avoid fonts that are script or difficult to read.
More Tips
Consider the Quality of Your Pictures and Graphics
Distribute Content Evenly Over PosterCreate an Eye-Catching BannerKeep Your Writing Concise Make Sure Text and Graphics FlowKeep Graphs and Tables SimpleGive Emphasis to Important DataUse White Space Wisely Use a Graphic Instead of Text Whenever
Possible
Programs and Printing
Publisher Vs. PowerPoint Use Publisher for Larger Sizes
Proofread Before Printing!! Only Print Once ~ Printing is $$
Print EarlyTime to Work Around Technical Difficulties
Time to Reprint if Needed
Examples
The Good, The Bad, and The UGLY!
Visually Appealing
http://gc2009.graphicon.ru/authors/posterformatting
Good Use of Graphics and Text
http://gc2009.graphicon.ru/authors/posterformatting
http://www.castdiv.org/DirectorsAward.htm
Award Winning Poster
http://tos.org/resources/publications/sci_speaking/bad_poster.pdf
Bad Example!
Do Not Do This
Presenting The Poster
Arrive Early to PrepareStand by Your Poster, but
off to one SideDress Appropriately
Not Too Casual Colors Work with Poster
Know the Information on Your Poster Be Ready to Think on Your
Feet Be Ready to Answer
QuestionsHave a Prepared Overview
5-15 minutes Rehearse It!
Work Your Audience Gauge Interest To Decide
How Much Information to Share Avoid Monopolizing
Someone’s Time Engage in Conversation
Do Not Ignore People Distribute Your Time
Appropriately Network Gather Business Cards
and Follow-Up Greet the Audience
Make Eye-Contact Smile
Handouts
Include Contact Information
Follow Theme & Colors of Poster
Make Enough Copies
Your Assignment
Drum Roll Please…..
The Goals
Present ideas in a clear, concise, appealing visual format.
Prepare a short oral presentation and written handout to enhance and summarize the visual presentation.
Respond to participant's questions and comments in a professional and appropriate manner.
Connect with colleagues who are possible future collaborators.
Your Topic
Describe Job Requirements
Provide Career Outlook
Your Proposal
A 300 Word Abstract Due by June 11
Abstract Should Tell the Purpose of the Research
Research Question or Hypothesis Explain What You Would Like to Learn, Identify, or
Discover Include Your Research Plan
Make People Want to Visit Your Poster
Your Poster
Posters Should be: 4 feet X 6 feetDirection Should be: LandscapeInclude:
Abstract Title Author Names Section Headings Graphics, Charts, and/or Tables
Poster Specifications
Font Size Minimums Readable 3 Feet Away From Poster
Title – 72pt Authors- 56 pt
Section Headings- 36 pt Body Text- 24 pt Captions – 20 pt
Choose Crisp, Clear Font Avoid cursive or cutesy fonts
Presenting Your Poster
Poster Session Will be Held July 2 from 11:30-12:30 You Will Need to Stand by Your Poster During This
TimeSmile, Make Eye Contact, and Greet
Attendees Prepare a Less Than 5 Minute “Canned”
Presentation Be Prepared to Repeat
Practice Questions and Answers Be Ready to Answer and Ask Questions Connect With Your Audience
Your Handouts
Have at Least One Handout at the Poster Session 1 Page is Ideal – 3 Pages Maximum Make Enough Copies for all Attendees
Include Title of Poster Your Contact Information
Support the Purpose of Your Poster Presentation But Not Simply a Replica of Your Poster
Match the Colors and Graphics of Your Poster
Due Dates
Proposal Due June 11Poster Must be Printed by June 25Poster Session: July 2, 11:30-12:30 in
Amargosa Including
Handouts Less Than 5 Minute Presentations Questions and Answers
Arrive Early for Set Up
Questions?