Instructional Design Principles for Slide

Presentations

Dr. Jacqui CyrusSchool of Education

Slide Content

One idea per slide Present key points only Avoid reading from slides

Key Points

Use ‘bullets.’• Keeps text organized

Use key words or short phrases Keep text left-aligned

• Content is easier to read.

Slide Design

Allow plenty WHITE SPACE Use graphics where possible

• Helps the visual learner Use graphics sparingly Put one major point on a slide

7 x 7 Rule

1 one 2 one two 3 one two three 4 one two three four 5 one two three four five 6 one two three four five six 7 one two three four five six seven

Background

Jewel tones are the best• Darker blues, greens, burgundy and

purples Worst colors

• Reds, black, and white Busy backgrounds are harder to read

quickly.

Background Color Practice

Menu ---> format Scroll down to word ‘Background.’ From dropdown menu, select color For 2 colors, select fill effects Apply to one slide or all slides

Text

AVOID USING ALL CAPS

Avoid Captalizing Every Word

Use a natural style of writing

Text Size

Minimum size should be 36 pt. Titles should remain at 44 pt. Avoid fancy or condensed lettering The recommended styles: sans serif

such as Geneva, Comic sans or Arial.

Text Style

Plain Text Bold ShadowShadow Bold and ShadowShadow

Graphics

Use graphics to clarify a point. Do NOT use an unrelated graphic. Position the graphic carefully

• Start on the left.• Use animation to bring image up before or

after the specific point.

No Apologies!

If you cannot read the text, If you cannot see the graphic,

then DON’T use it!

Sound

Sound can be an asset. Sound can be a distraction. Use sound to emphasize a point.

How to insert sound

From Slide Show, select Custom Animation

Select Slide from slide titles Select Effects Select Add Sound These steps may vary according to

OS.

Summary

Make it readable. Use 7 x 7 rule. Keep it simple. Time yourself and practice prior to

delivery Keep presentation to 5 minutes. *