PowerPointTips for a Good Presentation

Design1,2

Font size 28-34 (text) and 38-44 (titles)Use sans serif font for textDecorative fonts only for titlesDark text on light backgroundAlign left or rightAvoid clutter

Design (continued)1,2,3

6x6 Bullet RuleNo more than 6 words per bulletNo more than 6 bullets per slide

Graphics/theme match the topicMinimize sounds and transitionsDon’t use all CapsProofread

Content1,2

YOU are the presentationKeep it simpleOne topic/concept at a timeNo paragraphs, use bulletsDon’t use too many imagesHave a hook

Preparation1,2

Prepare a scriptMake a list of key words/conceptsDon’t try to memorize your textFocus on the ideasPractice, Practice, PracticeKnow your material

Presentation1,2,3

Remember YOU are the presentationDon’t read the slidesDon’t read your notesTalk normallySpeak clearly and be heardWatch your tempo

Presentation (continued)2,3

Look at your audienceDon’t turn your backUse normal gesturesAsk QuestionsRepeat important information

Works Cited1 Wax, Dustin. “Ten Tips for More Effective PowerPoint Presentations.” Stepcase Lifehack. Stepcase Limited, 24 Nov. 2008. Web. 01 Feb.

2012. <http://www.lifehack.org/articles/technology/10-tips-for-more-effective-powerpoint-presentations.html>

2 Splane, Mike. “PowerPoint Presentation Advice.” College Of Business. San Jose State University, 2006. Web. 01 Feb. 2012. <http://www.cob.sjsu.edu/splane_m/presentationtips.htm>

3 “Tips for Effective PowerPoint Presentations.” Cheney USD 268. Cheney USD 268, n.d. Web. 01 Feb. 2012. <http://www.cheney268.com/training/powerpoint/powerpointtips.htm>

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