Tips for making an Effective PowerPoint Slideshow.

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Before making a
PowerPoint:
 Write a script
 Conduct research
 Have the PP flow
from start to finish
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Practice:
 Take time at home
to recite the PP to
yourself or a friend
 Proofread and look
for dull moments to
avoid them when
giving the
presentation

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Avoid paragraphs
 Large font enhances the point
 No one wants to read a big block of text
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Pictures help visualize the message
 Clip Art and Graphics attract the audience

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Use contrasting colors to make the text
stand out
Use and customize design templates
Use images and WordArt that coordinate
with the color scheme

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Use large font that stands out
Keep a basic, consistent font style
Do not use fancy font that will distract
the audience from the topic
Don’t center the text, that makes it
harder to read

6. Use the same effects
throughout the slideshow
 Do not distract the
audience with overdramatic effects
 Keep it simple
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7. 1. Practice makes
Perfect!
2. Research info
3. Plan & Proofread your
PPT.
1. Use Pictures
2. Limit amount of text
3. Help audience
visualize
1. Keep colors matching
throughout
2. Customize your theme
3. Coordinate pics with
colors
1. Use large text
2. Don’t use anything
to distract audience
3. Keep it simple
1. Keep consistent effects
2. Don’t make transitions/animations
too crazy

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Montecino, V. (1999) Creating an Effective
PowerPoint Presentation. Mason.gmu.edu.
Retrieved January 29, 2014 from
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Wax, D. (2008) 10 Tips for More Effective PowerPoint
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2014 from
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