Have you done some research and feel like sharing? The APLA 2014 Program Committee invites Dalhousie SIM students to submit electronic poster proposals to be considered for presentation online at the 2014 APLA conference. An electronic poster is a brief, dynamic presentation highlighting your research. This new session format is titled Web Exclusive: Spotlight on Student Research. The theme for APLA 2014 is Step into the Spotlight and focuses on library marketing, advocacy, and outreach efforts. Electronic posters are invited along these themes, although submissions along other themes also are welcome.
Accepted presentations will be added to the conference blog, have a feature Twitter chat, and presenters will have the option of table space on Friday, June 6th. There is WiFi in the presentation area. Presenters are encouraged to bring their own laptop or tablet though some equipment will be available to use on site.
To submit an electronic poster for consideration, please send an email by April 4, 2014 with the following information:
- Name of the project
- A brief structured abstract (no more than 250 words)
- Name(s) and contact information of the presenter(s) including email, and phone number.
Suggested tools to create electronic posters include: Prezi, Keynote, Haiku Deck, and Projeqt. Other opportunities for student presenters may include guest blogging and live tweeting at events.
All those submitting abstracts for posters will be contacted by April 11, 2014. Applicants will be notified of the results. Please note that the APLA first timer’s grant covers registration fees for student presenters who need the financial assistance. Details can be found on the APLA website (deadline is March 31st).
Dalhousie students can send their electronic poster proposals via email to mailto:tara.rumsey@dal.ca.