This document provides tips for using PowerPoint effectively in the classroom. It discusses using a large font size, contrasting colors, and keeping text concise and to the point. Simple transitions and correct use of graphics are also recommended, along with keeping slides easy to read by maintaining a uniform font style and size. PowerPoint can be used by students for oral reports and by teachers to outline plots, show math problems, or review material.

1. How to Use PowerPoint Effectively

2. Start With the Main Goal It is important to make sure that your students know what the objectives are for the presentation. In this particular presentation we will be reviewing basic tips for effectively using PowerPoint. The following topics will include appropriate formatting and slide presentation skills with reference to use in the classroom.

3. Use a big enough font Any less than a 24 point font size is too small to read recognizably. 28 or 32 point size is preferred for text and 38 to 44 point size for titles. If a small font size is used (such as for graphs), make sure the group is close enough to see the projection clearly.

4. Use Contrasting Colors In order to see the slides clearly, there must be enough contrast. Some people prefer to use a light background with darker text. You can also use a dark background with light text such as a blue background with white text.

5. Get to the Point Using short phrases and sentences are a great way to convey the main idea and get your point across. If the sentences become too long, it can be difficult to follow and can take away from the overall presentation.

6. Use Simple Transitions Too many different transitions will be distracting to your students and will take the attention away from the subject. Some transitions take a long amount of time to complete and can slow down the whole presentation.

7. Use Graphics Correctly Graphics can be a great eye-catcher or aid in demonstrating a point. Too many graphics used just to be showy distract from the teacher and the subject matter.

8. Keep it Easy to Read Using bold , italics , or underlining can be distracting if used too much. Keep the font size fairly uniform in each slide - huge font in the middle of a sentence cancels out the rest of the message. Keep the same font style for the whole slide.

9. Some Ideas for the Classroom Students can use PowerPoint to assist their oral reports. This can make it less stressful and go smoother for them. Teachers can use PowerPoint presentations to outline a plot, show steps of a math problem, or review material. PowerPoint is a great way to show videos or organize photos of class projects and trips