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Model for a Formal Outline &
Abstract
Guide for a formal outline to create an abstract for your poster:
Title and Authors Names:
I. Introduction
A. Attention-getter
B. Background information connecting the reader to the subject
C. Thesis: (write the complete thesis statement)
II. Category 1 (change this to the actual name of category): topic sentence
A. First point
1. Supporting Evidence – quote, paraphrase or detail
2. Another piece of supporting evidence
B. Second point
1. Supporting Evidence
2. Supporting Evidence
C. Third point (Same as above)
III. Category 2 (change this to the actual name of category): topic sentence
A. First point
1. Supporting Evidence
2. Supporting Evidence
B. Second point
IV. Category 3: Topic sentence
V. Conclusion Use your sub points for the conclusion wrap up
VI. References: Cite at least five sources
Poster Abstract Submission Guidelines
Instructions: (3ft x 5ft Poster)
Abstract Title: Brief, relevant and/or catchy. All title words should be uppercased.
Abstract Authors: List all team members
· Use normal capitalization for authors and titles.
Abstract Word Count: (excluding authors / title/references) Abstract body text is limited to approximately 250 – 300 words.
Abstract Body: All abstract body content sections should be concise paragraph’s that are coherent,
and each section should be well written; able to stand alone. (See samples, last page)
Content Should:
· Describe the problem being studied
· The Hypothesis · The participants (characteristics, complications)
· How the study was conducted (survey, data collection procedures, test names etc.)
· The results (statistical significance · Conclusions and implications
No Images, Tables or Charts needed in Abstract however, if using any graphic
elements on final poster think about word count during the abstract writing phase.
References: Cite your references last (use at least four to five sources) use MLA Style.
Proofread abstract for: · Proper logical or chronological sequence, i.e. introduction,
study design and methods, data collected, conclusion. · Check for grammar and spelling.
· Check abstract length (is it too long?)
Abstract Deadline: Plan Poster Early! The best abstracts will be selected for possible oral presentation in the poster symposium. Note: After posters are designed final presenter decisions are made.
Sample Poster Sub-Headings
Examples of General Sub-Headings or Sections of The Poster
Background
Purpose
Methods
Results
Lessons Learned
References
Purpose of Study
Methods
The Investigation
Discussion
Future Plans or Study
References
Introduction
Materials & Methods
Causes
Effects
Prevention Strategies
Conclusions
Further Study
Literature Cited
Overview
Best Practices
Analysis
Course of Action
Final Decisions
Future Research
Sources
Significance of Study
Plan of Action
Procedures
Final Results
References
Mission
Problem Statement
Processes
Final Examination
Citations
Format for Citing References
To format different reference types (articles, books, journals)
in MLA style try:
Citation Machine www.citationmachine.net NLM Style PubMed Central Citations
Different Abstract Types: Sub-Headings
Abstract Types:
• Clinical • Research • Evidence Based • Quality Improvement • Creative Solutions
Research - Sample Format: • Research reports or evidence-based translation projects • Abstracts include – Purpose/objectives
• Significance – Design and methods – Findings – Conclusions
• Implications for practice
Evidence Based - Sample Format: • Moving evidence to practice, synthesis of research evidence, development of evidence-based practice guidelines, toolkits, protocols and guidelines • Abstracts must include
– Problem (Problem and change needed) – Evidence (Appraise the supporting evidence) – Strategy (Linking the change to the evidence) – Practice Change (Specific change or practice evaluated) – Evaluation (Design and Indicators/outcomes measured) – Results (Did it work?) – Recommendations (Further adoption suggestions) – Lessons Learned
Quality Improvement - Sample Format: • Innovation for quality and safety, report of quality project • Abstracts must include
– Problem (Problem and Change needed) – Evidence (Appraise the supporting evidence) – Strategy (Linking the change to the evidence) – Practice Change (Specific change or practice evaluated) – Evaluation (Design and Indicators/outcomes measured) – Results (Did it work?) – Recommendations (Further adoption suggestions) – Lesson Learned
Abstract Submission Instructions: 250 – 300 words for 3ft x 5ft poster Abstract Title: Brief, relevant and/or catchy. All title words should be uppercased.
Content Should: · Describe the problem being studied · The Hypothesis · The participants (characteristics, complications) · How the study was conducted (survey, data collection procedures, test names etc.) · The results (statistical significance · Conclusions and implications
Abstract Deadline: Pay attention The best abstracts will be selected for possible oral presentation in the poster symposium.
• Abstract examples are provided, be sure to review them. [See Samples]