Poster Project

Project Poster Presentation

Project Overview

  • Objective:

    • Create a digital poster and recorded presentation to showcase your volunteer work.

    • Projects will be submitted into Feedback Fruits where you will review and respond to classmates' presentations.

  • Instructions:

    • Refer to Brightspace D2L for:

    • Due dates

    • Point breakdown/grading rubric

    • Detailed instructions & requirements

Criteria: Poster

  • Digital Poster Components:

    • Target Audience:

    • Health Fair

    • Clearly defined with relevant info for the audience

    • Variety of useful, relatable information, including:

      • Graphics

      • Charts

      • Statistics

      • Illustrations

    • Site Information:

    • Site/organization name clearly displayed

    • Site described well but not overly detailed to maintain engagement

    • Used 5 or more examples of relatable/pertinent site information

    • Personal Experiences:

    • Described/summarized effectively

    • Use of colorful language for illustration

    • Audience should understand the experiences of the volunteer

    • Include pictures related to tasks completed

    • Creativity:

    • Clearly developed and well-planned layout

    • Components are readable and sufficiently large

    • Space utilized well—not crowded or too sparse

    • Originality in design and presentation

Creating Your Poster

  • Format:

    • This is an online class; create a 1-page DIGITAL poster, not a physical poster or multi-slide presentation.

  • Tools for Creation:

    • You have creative control over tools used (e.g., PowerPoint, Adobe, etc.).

    • UA students have access to a variety of free software.

  • Resources:

    • Check the Poster Design Checklist for tips and formatting help.

    • Last page of the checklist includes links to video resources for additional assistance.

Criteria: Presentation

  • Duration:

    • The entire presentation should be at least 3 minutes long, but no longer than 5 minutes.

  • Topics to Discuss:

    • Brief overview of your site (name, what they do, who they serve)

    • Description of your experience (the work done and the outcomes)

    • Show images on your poster during the presentation

    • Include any other pertinent information as directed (see instructions for detailed requirements)

  • Visuals:

    • Both you and the poster should be visible throughout the 3-5 minute presentation.

    • No other visuals (e.g., no additional presentation materials or slides) should be included.

    • You can zoom in on sections of your poster or use animations/tools to navigate throughout the presentation.

  • Knowledge of Organization:

    • Must demonstrate extensive knowledge about the site and mission.

    • Exhibit comfort discussing the site and the tasks performed.

  • Professionalism:

    • Speak clearly and professionally without relying heavily on notes.

    • Ensure clear audio and video quality.

    • Appropriate humor and creativity are encouraged.

Creating Your Presentation

  • Recording:

    • Use Feedback Fruits to record your presentation.

    • Instructions for recording within Feedback Fruits can be found in the "Technology Overview" section of the course.

Criteria: Peer Evaluations & Responses

  • Peer Evaluation Process:

    • You will be matched anonymously with 3 other students for evaluations, allowing for honest feedback.

    • Respond to all prompts for peer evaluations.

    • The last prompt is designed for you to ask a question to your classmate.

    • Review and respond to peer evaluations and questions you receive.

  • Deadline Note:

    • No extensions will be granted.

    • Timeliness is critical as classmates depend on your input to complete the discussion assignments.

Sample Digital Posters from Previous Semesters

  • Examples Provided:

    • The following slides feature examples of 1-page digital posters from past courses.

Poster Example - Excellent

  • Reasons for Excellence:

    • Good use of visuals and variety of images enhances the flow of the poster.

    • Poster is neat and organized; achieves balance without being crowded or bare.

    • Consistent formatting across sections (e.g., uniform font and text alignment).

    • Contains all required elements and fulfills project criteria satisfactorily.

Poster Example – Good/Adequate

  • Reasons for Adequacy:

    • On the right track but needs refinement in execution.

    • The mission of the organization is not clearly articulated.

    • Personal experience lacks depth; appears as if the student was only present for a short time.

    • Sections are inconsistently formatted—variety in text alignment and bullet points disrupts flow.

    • Excellent images used, enhancing the visual appeal.

Poster Example – Unacceptable

  • Reasons for Unacceptability:

    • Information Deficiency:

    • Severely lacks information about the site

    • Does not depict any personal experience.

    • Errors:

    • Misspelled word ("collagen") appearing twice.

    • Grammar mistakes noted (e.g., "after an 1 hour" and "tart cherry juice is known for helping with muscle recovery").

    • Claims made are unprofessional and require evidence to support (particularly regarding nutritional specifics).

    • Visual Quality:

    • Generic images lacking in variety; missing pictures of the site or tasks completed.

    • Organization:

    • Poorly structured; sections are not clearly defined, leading to a lack of logical flow.

    • Excessive use of different fonts contributes to a chaotic look.

    • Color contrast issues, such as yellow text on a light blue background, hinder readability.