Alix PriceBeaverton 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 background◦ Light 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 number of transitions Avoid flashy or noisy animations

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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 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 a 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. . .◦ Alix Price ◦ Beaverton High School◦ 989-246-3010◦ price.alix@gaggle.net

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