what makes a good powerpoint? -...
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What Makes a Good
PowerPoint?
Bullets - BAD
Bullets should be aligned to the left
Not to the right side or centered
It’s very confusing and hard to read when
they’re not aligned
Bullets - GOOD
Bulleted lists should align to the left.
It is much easier to follow left to right.
It also looks much cleaner.
Look of Presentation - BAD
Look at how boring!
This page is plain!
Boring = snoring!
Look of Presentation - GOOD
Spruce up your presentation by adding a background
Makes your presentation look more put together and makes you
look more prepared
Backgrounds – BAD
Backgrounds can be very helpful in making your
PowerPoint look nice.
Background - BAD
Your background should never:
distract from your text
make your text hard to read.
Background - GOOD
A good background is simple and does not distract from
the content on your page.
Graphics - BAD
When using graphics, using multiple can also be very
distracting.
Make wise choices
Graphics - GOOD
Usually, ONE good graphic is more effective than multiple.
It is less for the viewer to focus on.
They pay more attention to your content and what you’re saying.
Also you should make sure that your graphic relates to your content.
Rule of 4 - BAD
When making a PowerPoint
You’ll want to use the rule of four
That means not listing more than 4 points on any slide.
When you include more than 4 bullets,
It can be overwhelming for the viewer.
Make sure you’re not overloading your audience with
info.
Rule of 4 - GOOD
Notice how when reading this page
The content is not overwhelming.
Make sure to use the rule of 4
In your PowerPoints.
Fonts - BAD
Varying Colors are Distracting
Stay Away from Gimmicky Fonts
AVOID USING ALL CAPS!
Sizes should also be consistent
Fonts - GOOD
Simple Fonts
Bold and Italics are good for adding emphasis
Amount of Text - BAD
When you are giving a PowerPoint presentation,
remember that your slides are only there to assist you.
That means that you should not put everything you
intend to talk about on your slide.
No one wants to read all of your content straight from
your slide show.
The majority of your time should be spent speaking to
your audience, rather than facing and reading off of
your slide.
Amount of Text - GOOD
Bullets are a reminder (talking points)
Know your material
Talk to, rather than read to your audience
Transitions/Animations - BAD
Variety of effects can be distracting
Noises
Animations
Transitions
Transitions/Animations - GOOD
Variety of effects can be distracting
Avoid noises, unless they add to your presentation
No need for fancy animations
Transitions should be simple