The document provides guidance on effective training presentation design. It discusses using visual aids to enhance retention and focus on key messages. Presenters should keep designs clear with a high signal to noise ratio, using visuals to accentuate the positive while avoiding excess that reduces understanding. The goal is to effectively change behavior through memorable training that incorporates how people learn best visually.

1. The purpose of training is to change behavior.Michael Allen

2. ObjectivesBenefitsPlan and organize a presentation

3. Studies on how people learn

4. Visual aids for training

5. PowerPoint design – good, bad, ugly

6. HandoutsLay?Technical?

7. Talk it Out?Think it Out?Friendly?Hostile?

8. Rule #10 Vision trumps all other senses.Dr. John MedinaVisual Aids

11. Retention – Three Days LaterSix Times GreaterSee and hear

12. What can be done with fewer is done in vain with more.Edward Tufte on Occam’s razorSignal to Noise RatioExcess is noise

14. Design makes things clear, but art – the stuff of emotions – makes us wonder.John Maeda, The Laws of Simplicity

17. Accentuate the Positive