SPRING 2011

Power Point

Important Vocabulary

PowerPoint is a presentation graphic program. (Used as a guide/visual...)

Placeholders are a designated area in PowerPoint layout that can be used to insert text and graphics.

Important vocabulary (continued)

Transitions are visual effects used when a slide moves off of the screen and another moves onto the screen.

After you apply a transition, a star appears below the slide in the slide sorter view and below the slide number in slide tab.

Important vocabulary (continued)

Animation is applying movement to a text or an object to control its display during the presentation.

7 Deadly Sins of Power Point Presentations

Slide transitions and sound effectsStandard clipartPresentation templatesText-heavy slides (5 lines, phrases)Make sure the font and graphic size is

appropriateReadingFaith in technology

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How do I make my presentation powerful?

Know your audience.

Communicate a clear objective.

Form your message – maybe limit yourself to three main points.

Connect with your audience.

Powerful presentation tips (continued)

Use Power Point as the backdrop It should be organized and have a consistent look

Write speaker notes and prepare handouts Remember to conserve paper – print HANDOUTS with

6 per slide – more than that may be hard to read...

Rehearse, critique, and revise your presentation