The document provides tips for using PowerPoint effectively, recommending including a title slide to introduce the topic, using inserts like images to engage viewers but limiting animation which can distract, choosing fonts and sizes that are easy to read from a distance, speaking to the audience rather than reading slides verbatim, and using questions to encourage discussion when presenting to students.

1. How to Use PowerPoint Effectively

2. Title page Your presentation should always have a title page. It tells the viewer what the presentation is about and sets the pace for the rest of the slides.

3. Using Inserts Inserting clip art or pictures is a great way to make your presentation more interesting and personal.

4. Use colors that compliment your presentation.

5. Animation can….. Distract the viewers. Confuse the viewers. And even scare your viewers.

6. So use animation sparingly!

7. Font Use a big size font so that everyone can read your presentation. Use the appropriate font style for the type of presentation that you are giving.

8. The final Presentation Don’t read word for word paragraphs from your slides. Instead add in details or information that will back up what you presenting. Do not look at your PowerPoint slides while you are presenting. Instead look at and talk directly to your audience.

9. Using PowerPoint in the Classroom Use PowerPoint to enhance your lessons. Use questions in your presentation to start a dialogue between you and the students.