2. “How many slides should I
have?”
Title Slide
Thesis Statement Slide
Goals/Objectives Slide
Subtopic/Body Slides
The number is up to you.
Transition Slides
Use “title slides” to transition between subtopics and connect
your ideas.
Wrap-Up Slide(s)
Make your point.
Briefly review your main points.
Solicit questions from the audience.
Works Cited Slide(s)
3. “How should I cite my sources?”
Ideas within the presentation
Use in-text citations to credit authors for
ideas/quotes.
Pictures used
Paste the URL into a text box near each picture or
embed the images as URLs.
Works Cited Slide
Use only the sources you mention in your
presentation.
4. “How long does my presentation
have to be?”
At least 5 minutes, but no more than 10.
Be sure to practice your presentation before
you stand up in front of the class.
5. “Should I use a video?”
Probably not.
In rare cases, it’s necessary to use a video to
explain a concept or demonstrate an action. If this
applies to you, be sure that you:
Incorporate the video
Introduce it
Analyze it
Do not allow it to control your presentation.
Keep it SHORT.
No more than one minute.
Cite the video
6. “How can I make my presentation
stand out?”
Engage the audience.
Use your PPT as support.
Make it visually appealing.
Be professional.
Dress the part.
Act the part.
Do something different, but relevant and
appropriate.
Bring in artifacts, include a demonstration, draw a
diagram, etc.
