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PowerPoint Effective Classroom Presentations

How can PowerPoint be effectively used in the classroom?

On-screen Presentations ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]

Handouts ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]

Outline View The slide presentation can be printed in outline form, giving the speaker an easy-to-follow lecture outline with notes.

Notes View ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]

Designing Effective PowerPoint Presentations

Consider the Audience ,[object Object],[object Object]

Be Consistent This creates an orderly look to the presentation

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The KISS Rule K eep I t S imple S tupid

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Avoid Excessive Use of: ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]

Also, Avoid Fancy Borders Borders should frame the message, not overpower it.

Use Short Phrases ,[object Object],[object Object]

Use Short Phrases ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]

Avoid Static Balance and Excessive Symmetry Keep the audience’s eyes moving around the screen.

The KILL Rule K eep i t L arge and L egible

Text Size ,[object Object],[object Object]

Tips Use Upper and Lower Case Letters (ALL CAPS IS HARDER TO READ THAN MIXED)

Using Color Effectively ,[object Object],[object Object]

Tips: Best Color Combinations ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]

Contrast Text with Background ,[object Object],[object Object]

When Appropriate, Use Images and Symbols Most people like to look at a picture or images more than reading just text.

Graphics Should Support the Presented Concept ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]

Multimedia Can Be ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]

But… Only use them if they contribute to effective communication of ideas.

Questions to Ask Yourself: ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]

Questions to Ask Yourself: ,[object Object],[object Object],[object Object]

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