Maximize learning by fine tuning the design and use of your slides.
- Quick tips to improve presentation effectiveness
- Give slides a professional appearance
- Incorporate visual design principles that maximize learning
Overview
PowerPoint presentations are ubiquitous in campus classrooms. As with any teaching tool, their effectiveness depends on appropriate pedagogical use as well as technical competence on the part of the instructor. Below are resources to help you sharpen your design and presentation skills.
Pedagogical Tips
Presentation and Design Tips
Find ideas for creating a more effective PowerPoint presentation (mason.gmu.edu).
Bringing PowerPoint Presentations to Life
Simple principles for creating powerful presentations.
Technical Tips
Changing Master Templates in PowerPoint
Read this tech tip to learn about creating and using a personalized template.
Showing a YouTube Video in a PowerPoint Presentation
This tip will walk you through the steps to put a video in your presentation.
Product Information
PowerPoint 2010
Microsoft’s product page includes FAQs and other detail specifications (office.microsoft.com).
Microsoft PowerPoint
This page provides interesting background and history about the PowerPoint product (en.wikipedia.org).
Help
Contact Scott Schaefermeyer for further assistance with your PowerPoint design and/or presentation challenges.
