Download - Effective PowerPoint Presentations
Renee ThompsonBeaverton High School
April 10, 2023
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Select san serif fonts No smaller than 24 points Each page should have a title Use the same font on all pages Avoid italicized fonts No more than 6-8 words per line
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Use the 6 x 6 rule for bullet points Use contrast
Dark text on light backgroundLight text on dark background
Do not use ALL CAPS except for titles Test font by standing six feet from
monitor
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Keep the background consistent Keep the background subtle Keep the design clean and uncluttered Limit the number of transitions Avoid flashy or noisy animation
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Use clipart sparingly Use the same style
graphic throughout Limit number of
graphics All graphics should
relate to the presentation
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Limit the number of colors of on a single screen
Use no more than four colors on a chart
Check all colors on a projection screen before presentation
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Check spelling and grammar Do not read the presentation Give brief overview at start, present
information, review important points Have bulleted items appear one at a
time
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Use a wireless mouse If sound effects are used, wait until
sound finishes before speaking If content is complex, give audience
handouts Do not turn your back to the audience
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Practice before you present
Show up early to test equipment
Turn off screen savers and power management
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Backup your slide show and take an extra copy with you
Provide the audience with contact information if they have questions
Avoid dark backgrounds if presenting in a poorly-lit room
Avoid light backgrounds if presenting in a well-lit room
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Contact…Renee ThompsonBeaverton High School989-246-3010 [email protected]
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