ACM Panels: A Beginner's Guide to Understanding Conference Presentations
There’s a lot that goes into preparing for an academic conference. You need to choose the right one, create an interesting proposal, and prepare your presentation before going on stage or in front of a panel of judges. Conferences are exciting opportunities for academics because they offer a way to share research with colleagues from other fields and even from other universities. However, it can be intimidating to submit your work for judging and evaluation by experts in the field. This is especially true for those new to academia who may feel like their ideas don’t measure up against the rest of their peers. But this fear is often unfounded, as most academics love sharing ideas with others who view issues from different perspectives than their own. Whether you are currently considering submitting a proposal or have some hesitations about the process, read on for our guide to understanding conference panels so you’re prepared next time they come up in your research journey.
What Are ACM Panels?
ACM panels are opportunities to present your research in front of a group of experts who will ask you questions about your work. These panels are led by a moderator who guides the discussion between the presenters and the audience. Each presenter typically has 5 minutes to discuss their work followed by 5 minutes of questions and discussion between the panel and the audience.
There are many different types of panels that you can be invited to participate in, each with its own unique focus.
Some of these are: -
Research or Discovery - This panel focuses on research or discovery that has yet to be published or presented at a conference.
Current Trends in Research - This panel looks at research trends in your field as a whole.
Challenge the Status Quo - This panel invites presenters to consider research methodologies that challenge the existing norms.
Research in the Arts - This panel encourages those in the arts to consider how research can be applied to their field.
Panel for art
If you’re an artist or scholar in the arts, you may be invited to present your work on the “panel for art” at a conference. These panels are often valued by academics as a way to cross-pollinate ideas with researchers in different fields. If you have a piece of art that represents your research and is ready to be displayed, you can simply bring it along to the conference and hang it on the wall where your poster would be displayed. Make sure that you tag your artwork in your presentation information so people can find it easily. If you don’t have a piece of art but would like to display your work on the wall, you can create a poster with a similar concept. This can be a great way to show your work to people who may not be able to view it in person.
Artefex ACM panel
If you’re a researcher in the computer sciences, you may be invited to present your work on an artefex acm panel. These panels offer a unique opportunity for those in the computer sciences to engage in collaborative, interdisciplinary efforts with those in the arts. If you’re invited to present on an artefex ACM panel, you’ll be in a group of presenters with a mix of arts and computer science researchers. You and your fellow presenters will be given creative freedom to discuss your work through an art-based lens.
Conclusion
A conference panel is an exciting opportunity to share your research with others in the field. While this can feel intimidating, panels are often a great way to collaborate with others and challenge yourself to think outside of the box. If you’re thinking about engaging in this type of presentation, make sure to prepare your work thoroughly and be ready to engage in a lively discussion with your fellow presenters and audience members.
