Conference Papers, Panels, and PostersSubmitting a Conference PaperType of presentation may be “assigned” to youPostersPosters (con.)Conference Papers, Panels, and PostersSubmitting a Conference PaperRead “Call for Papers.” Sample. Another SampleSubmit abstract.Conference abstracts used to be “mini-papers.” Not anymore. Usually, a 250-300-word limit. When notified of acceptance, start writing paper. Follow Author Guidelines carefully. See sample. Submit paper by deadlinePapers are peer-reviewed; you are notified of rejection or acceptance. If paper is accepted, reviewer’s comments are sent to you. Submit final paper by deadline.Type of presentation may be “assigned” to youPaperPanelYou are part of a session with other presenters. You may all be up front at once, addressing same topic (5-10 mins. for each panelist) Or your presentation may be its own part of the session (20-25 minutes for each speaker). Workshop/DemonstrationPosterPostersOrganize for clear sequence and readability.Use grid as frameStart upper left; finish lower right.Make vertical (preferable) or horizontal alignment clear.Provide visually contrasting background.Make sure the font is big enough:At least 54-point font for titleAt least 36-point for headingsat least 24-point for text (axes might be 18-point)Posters (con.)Think in same way about audience as for presentation. --what do they already know?Provide lots of visuals with your text.Use bulleted lists, not just
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