Tips for Effective PowerPoints
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Font
Design
Presentation
Limit number of images on each slide
Avoid noises or animation
use templates
Limit bright colors and number of colors on each slide
Use spelling and grammar check
Do not read directly from slides
Limit number of slides
Keep each slide simple
Practice the presentation and note the time
Use clickers and walk around the room
Standard sans serif font
Bold or large fonts for important points
Minimum Size 24+
No italics or all caps
Limit to 6 words per line and 6 lines per slide
Light text on dark background is best
Develop a visual storyboard
Is the theme obvious?
Include graphics, tables, etc?
Include video and sound?
Consider room size: >200 36-42 point, <200 28-36 point, <50 24-32
Always have a back up plan