How to Write an Abstract Using PowerPoint

Abstracts provide a condensed version of a full-length article, summarizing the purpose, hypothesis, method, results and conclusions. Authors use abstracts to "sell" their articles, convincing readers to locate and read the full text version. Researchers might present an abstract to grant committee members to secure further support for their research. Using PowerPoint to write an abstract provides authors with the chance to share their research in a visual and engaging format.

Instructions

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      Create a title slide for your abstract. Use a large font size and face that is easy to read, such as Times New Roman.

    • 2

      Label the first slide "Motivation" or "Reason for Writing." Write bullet points using full sentences outlining what precipitated your research.

    • 3

      Start the next set of slides with a title such as "Thesis" or "Problem." Tell the reader the scope of your research. Include your thesis statement or hypothesis.

    • 4

      Present your methodology on a new slide. Show any formulas or workflows that you used. Include visual aids as applicable.

    • 5

      Share your results on the next slide. Describe the results in concrete terms. Present your data on its own slide.

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      Summarize the importance of your research and results on the final slides. Show how your research changes or adds to the body of knowledge. Give any actionable imperatives implied by your findings.

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