What

To create an academic poster of the self-directed research conducted by the student.

Why

Academic posters are used in research at all levels to summarise and showcase the researcher's ideas. They are used by all disciplines - sciences, arts, humanities, social sciences and mathematics. They are often used at conferences and talks to generate interest in the research and to encourage discussion.

It is not like an academic essay as it aims to explain your research project briefly and concisely. The best Academic Posters are those which effectively summarise the important parts of the research (the methods, findings and conclusions), are easy to read and understand, and are visually appealing.

Deadline

11^THAPRIL NOON

Limits (time/words)

One side of A2

Weighting

35%

Eligible for self-certification

Yes

Group or individual task

Individual

What is being assessed in this task (Link to ILOs)

Demonstrate a range of transferable skills including project planning, data analysis, relevant digital literacy skills and presentation skills as applicable to research in science and related fields.

Present analysis, evaluate and draw conclusions based on a self-directed research project.

20-point mark scale marking

Yes

Submission details

Submit as a pdf to Tabula

Support

* Re-read the guide on Moodle

* Look at the sample work on Moodle

* Complete the formative assessment and hand it in for comments

* Speak to your IRS teacher

* Post your questions in the student forum on Teams.

How - further details

You will be given instructions, via Moodle, on how to set up the poster and of the headings etc that are required. You will also be taught about how to write up/ communicate your findings, how to draw conclusions and write about data in IRS classes.

Academic posters should be laid out in sections and should contain the following things:

1.Research Question, Student name and ID, Warwick University, Poster Code

2. Anintroductionthat gives a brief background of the topic. This should include research you have done on the topic.

3.Methodsused - bullet pointed.

4. A summary of theMAIN findingswith evidence

5.Conclusionto the research question.

6.Reference list