Quality Presentations Senior Capstone
Dress For Success Look Professional
Organize your Presentation Introduction Title, authors, brief overview Body Logical, Clear train of thought Ending Summary overview Address limitations/areas for further work
Use Quality Slides Simple background Aids in making back-up overheads No more than about 5 to 10 lines per slide If you have to say, “I know you can’t read this but . . .” then don’t use it Don’t include a slide if it isn’t needed
Effective Charts/Graphs
Effective Charts/Graphs
Effective Slides Consistency and repeatability No more than about 5 bars/categories Select the best type of chart: Line, bar, pie, x-y plots Only about 5 or so Rows on Tables
Giving the Presentation Don’t rush your speech Make note cards Make eye contact with audience Speak to audience Watch distracting mannerisms Practice the presentation beforehand