Poster Presentations

General Layout Title Hypothesis/Research Question Methodology Results Discussion References Abstract -- handout, not on poster

Poster Presentation by: Post R. King Hypothesis/Research Question/Theme: A question or Main Topic explanation. Methodology: We are going to test our hypothesis by using this method. This section that explains the basis of the technique that you are using or the procedure that you have adopted in your study. Also state and justify any assumptions, so that your results could be viewed in the proper context. Results: Use charts and graphs in this section with little text to explain results. Discussion: What was the outcome of your research? What could have gone wrong/be improved? Pictures are worth 1000 words on posters! References: List resources used in your project.

Poster Design Title: THINK BIG! Readable from feet Fonts: one or two, double-spaced and large enough to read from a few feet Spacing: make sure it’s even Style: maintain consistency style Spelling: TRIPLE check!

Use of Color Background Contrast between background and other elements Few choice colors throughout for emphasis

Illustrations, Charts, and Graphs Self-explanatory graphics should dominate the poster Minimal amount of supplemental text Graphics visible from at least 6 feet Label ALL graphs and charts

Assembling the Poster Clean hands No food or drink Layout in entirety before finalizing anything Get a far away perspective: stand back

Poster Content Bring out key aspects visually Does NOT duplicate a written paper Two Questions to think about in planning: What are you trying to achieve by presenting the poster? Who will be attending your presentation?

Oral Poster Presentations Before the presentation, determine: Type of talk expected to give Composition of audience Time allotted Remember to answer the What’s, How’s, and Why’s in your presentation

Oral Presentations: Preparation Think about needs Identify issues Arrange issues logically Practice, practice, practice

Oral Presentations Dress professionally Take several deep breaths Make eye contact with audience Be enthusiastic Be prepared for interruptions

Oral Presentations: Questions Repeat/rephrase questions Think about answer Avoid extended answers, arguments, and prolonged discussions with one person Can’t answer a question? Say so!