effective power point presentation
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BRENT MARTINBEAVERTON RURAL SCHOOL
JANUARY 31, 2008
Effective Power point Presentation
Fonts
Use the 6 x 6 rule for bullet pointsUse contrast
Dark text on light background Light text on dark background
Do not use ALL CAPS except for titlesTest font by standing six feet from monitor
Fonts
Select san serif fontsNo smaller than 24 pointsEach page should have a titleUse the same font on all pagesAvoid italicized fontsNo more than 6-8 words per line
Graphics & Design
Keep the background consistentKeep the background subtleKeep the design clean and unclutteredLimit number of transitionAvoid flashy or noisy animation
Graphics & Design
Use clipart sparinglyUse the same style graphic throughoutLimit number of graphicsAll graphics should relate to the presentation
Color
Limit the number of colors on a single screenUse no more than four colors on a chartCheck all colors on a projection screen before presentation
General Presentation
Check spelling and grammarDo not read the presentationGive a brief overview at start, present
information, review important pointsHave bulleted items appear one at a time
General Presentation
Practice before you presentShow up early to test equipmentTurn off screen savers and power management
General Presentation
Use a wireless mouseIf sound effects are used, wait until sound finishes before speakingIf content is complex, give audience handoutsDo not turn your back to the audience
General Presentation
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 well-lit room