Hints and Tips for Power Point Presentation

Hints and Tips for Power Point Presentation

Here are some basic tips for making good presentations. Maybe you heard them before, but how many times have you seen a presentation that ignores them?

KISS

Keep it simple and sweet. This does not mean aiming for a fourth grade level of literacy. The contents of your slide should be brief, clear simple statements that sum up the point you are trying to communicate. You may elaborate on your point with your dialogue. If you keep the slide simple and brief, it prevents you from reading the slide to the audience They can do that themselves (if they are still on the bench, manager types have someone to read for them).

Graphs

Use graphics and pictures to illustrate your point. This helps people to understand what you are saying and what they are thinking are the same things.

Practice

Practice by yourself, then practice in front of a friend and get their feedback.

Tell a Story

Scientific concepts and complex ideas are easier to understand in the context of a story.

Tell it Twice

Your introduction slide should give a brief overview of the whole presentation. Your summary slide should repeat BRIEFLY what you have just tried to explain.

Make Your Font at Least 24 Point

It may look good on your computer, but people are going to have to read it from the back row of the auditorium.

Color

Use Contrasting colors for your text and background. Dark blue with white or yellow text is recommended. If you decide go with a more entertaining background make sure you preview your slides in the same way that the audience will see them.

Be Consistent

Use the same font and background for all your slides.

Know Your Audience

Some people just want the data, barely cooked while others expect a nice show with animation and audio to keep them awake.


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