Many times, poster presentations are the first steps in a budding academic and research career. Many potential presenters, however, feel lost in this elementary process. There is little education that students and researchers receive during their education about how to proceed. The Little Guide to Giving a Poster Presentation: Simple Steps to Success shows the reader on how to take their ideas or work and present it their peers and community. The Little Guide answers all of the beginner's questions in a direct and useful fashion. The book can be read all the way through or serve as a spot reference guide as authors wind their way through the process. The book is divided into 28 short, focused chapters. Sections include " Why Give a Poster Presentation," "Securing Poster Presentation Opportunities," "Developing a Plan and Timeline," "Understanding Text Sizes, Layout, and More," and "Giving a Presentation."
John Bond has been in academic publishing for over 30 years as an editor, publisher, chief content officer, and now Publishing Consultant. He has overseen the publishing of over 20,000 articles in peer-reviewed journals and 500 books.
Foreword: A 3-Credit Course in a Book Acknowledgments Preface: Helping Authors Communicate Their Message Introduction: How to Use This Book Part I: Getting Started Chapter 1: What is a Poster Presentation? Chapter 2: Why Give a Poster Presentation? Chapter 3: Defining Your Topic Chapter 4: Writing Your Topic and Abstract Chapter 5: Who is Your Target Reader? Part II: Securing Poster Presentation Opportunities Chapter 6: Finding Venues to Present Chapter 7: Finding Funding for Your Presentation Chapter 8: Creating and Submitting Your Poster Presentation Proposal Chapter 9: Giving Your Idea the Best Pitch Part III: Creating Your Message Chapter 10: Developing a Plan and Timeline Chapter 11: Understanding the Parts of a Poster Chapter 12: Creating a Content Outline Chapter 13: Writing Your First Draft Chapter 14: Deciding on What Information to Express Visually Chapter 15: Keeping Track of Your Sources and References Chapter 16: Editing Your Draft Chapter 17: Following a Style Manual Chapter 18: Getting Feedback from Colleagues and Reviewers Part IV: Creating the Poster Chapter 19: Getting Started Chapter 20: Understanding Text Sizes, Layout, and More Chapter 21: Using Whitespace and Color Chapter 22: Creating Eye Catching Visuals Chapter 23: Your Final Draft and Final Review Chapter 24: Submitting and Printing Your Poster Part V: Presenting Your Poster and Beyond Chapter 25: Giving a Presentation Chapter 26: Handouts, Networking, and Follow Ups Chapter 27: Promoting Your Work Chapter 28: Growing Your Poster into an Article and Beyond Sample Forms References Bibliography Resources Index About the Author
This is a great resource for the uninitiated and a good guide even for the veteran presenter. -- David Klassen, PhD, Department of Physics and Astronomy, Rowan University I recommend this helpful guide for novice or experienced poster presenters looking for ways to share eloquent, compelling, and memorable ideas to promote the knowledge base and other professional expertise and reputation. -- Liat Gafni Lachter, PhD, OTD, OTR/L, Lecturer Online Post-Professional Doctorate in Occupational Therapy, Boston University An excellent, easy to read, comprehensive book, full of helpful resources and practical suggestions, that guides the reader step by step through the process of developing an idea for a poster session to a successful poster presentation and beyond to future opportunities. -- Lori T. Andersen, EdD, OTR/L, FAOTA, Retired - Associate Professor, Department of Occupational Therapy and Community Health, Florida Gulf Coast University, Fort Myers, Florida The Little Guide to Giving a Poster Presentation is a very helpful and thorough guide for those unfamiliar with the process. I particularly liked the section on physically presenting the poster at the conference and all the tips for dealing interacting with attendees. -- Ben Finio, PhD, Lecturer, Cornell University John Bond not only captured all the components of creating the content and physical poster itself, but also the nuanced aspects of poster presentation such as defining a target audience, networking, and funding. -- Emily Compagnoni, RN, BSN, Children's Hospital of Philadelphia The Little Guide resonates with my poster presentation experiences. It is an excellent guide. -- Nancy Doyle, OTD, OTR/L, Lecturer, Department of Occupational Therapy
