Research PowerPoint
Research PowerPoint Information
The research powerpoint will be a summary of your project and will use the same sections as your research paper. Make sure to shorten the information from your paper to fit the slides and here are some tips:
Title Slide: The title slide should include the title of your research project, your name, the name of your institution, and the date of the presentation. You may also include a visually appealing image related to your research topic.
Introduction: Start with an introduction slide that provides an overview of the research topic and its significance. Clearly state the research question or objective, highlight the gap in knowledge or problem you aim to address, and explain the relevance and potential impact of your study.
Literature Review: Dedicate a slide or two to summarize the key theories, concepts, and previous research studies related to your topic. Highlight the most relevant findings and explain how your research builds upon or contributes to the existing body of knowledge.
Research Methodology: Explain your research methodology on a dedicated slide. Briefly describe the research design, data collection methods, sample size, variables measured, and any statistical analyses employed. You can also include a flowchart or diagram illustrating the sequence of your research process.
Results: Present your research findings using concise and visually appealing slides. Use graphs, charts, or tables to effectively communicate your data. Highlight the most significant or interesting findings and emphasize their relevance to your research question. Keep the text on each slide minimal, and use bullet points to summarize key points.
Discussion: Dedicate a few slides to interpret and discuss your results. Explain the implications of your findings, compare them with previous studies, and address any limitations or unexpected results. Offer explanations or hypotheses for any discrepancies and highlight the contributions and significance of your research.
Conclusion: Summarize the main findings and their implications on a conclusion slide. Restate the research question and briefly explain how your research has contributed to addressing it. Emphasize the key takeaways and potential future directions for further investigation.
References: Include a slide listing the sources you cited or referenced in your presentation. Use an appropriate citation style (e.g., APA, MLA) for consistency.
Acknowledgments: If applicable, include a slide to acknowledge any individuals, organizations, or funding sources that have supported your research.
Ensure that your PowerPoint presentation is visually appealing and easy to follow. Use clear and legible fonts, appropriate color schemes, and consistent formatting. Limit the amount of text on each slide, focusing on your data's key points and visual representations.
Here is an example of a research project PowerPoint which you can use for reference (make sure to use your own template): https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1DeBsNaolYTc8yzp51XCx5Zm5P7tOVrZZQRENsHAomfA/edit?usp=sharing
Research PowerPoint Submission
Make sure to submit the PowerPoint on the next page for an opportunity to be a presenter at the YRJCB Symposium. https://forms.gle/868VGmodeCQpKJz1A
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