The advantages are:
1) It is a great introduction to that part of the scientific process
2) At posters, they often get to interact with some "big name" people - people they have read about in class. It is a great experience for them.
3) It is never too early to start networking if they are planning careers in the field.
4) Good exposure to information about job opportunities and graduate schools
5) It is fun
The only disadvantage I see is that sometimes their posters are not as good a quality as some of those done by more experienced folks - though this is certainly not always the case.
-- Jim
At 11:56 AM 11/17/2004 -0500, you wrote:
Hello All
I am interested in any sources that discuss the benefits/detriments that accrue to students who do presentations or posters at conferences. Although I have seen articles that comment on benefits to students who engage in research, I do not remember ones that address doing presentations.
Alternatively, can you offer suggestions for benefits or comment on any detrimental experiences for students.
thanks y'll, bp
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