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Effective 'Presentations'

Grab Viewers' Attention!

It is not about fitting as much as you can on the screen. Don't crowd yourslides!

Select or create your own theme.

Google: 'Powerpoint backgrounds' to see many different examples.

Backgrounds....

Add Images

A picture can say a thousand words...  

Use graphics to emphasize key points

Which one is the key point?  

point 

point 

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Clearly communicate your information

KISS: Keep it Straight and Simple

Keywords only! No sentences! (Unless its a definition.)  Don't read your slides... ... explain your points!

Take Home Message

Always express a 'take home message' What should your viewer 'take away' with them? 

Practice

Know your slides! Speak loudly and clearly! Speak with confidence!

Can I improve my presentations?

Always!  A good presentation:

Is 'simple'Captures InterestGuides the lecture / discussion

Sources:

http://www.microsoft.com/atwork/skills/presentations.aspx http://www.makeuseof.com/tag/10-tips-for-preparing-a-professional-presentation/