Presentation Skills Workshop
PowerPoint Basics The Ribbon File Tab Contains command tabs Certain new tabs appear
Slide Layout Add or change layout New slide – insert new slide Layout – change layout of existing slide
Formatting Text Font Type Size Color Bold, Italicize, Underline
Applying Themes Design Tab Set of colors, fonts, and effects Ready-made themes Various layouts Will change how slide looks (font, layout) Plan accordingly! Create own theme Background Styles tab Basic effects, colors and fonts
Inserting Items Insert Tab (more availability) Small icons on slide (less availability)
Inserting Items In Depth Pictures Clip Art (construction, airplane, medicine, books, etc.) Shapes SmartArt – (relationships, hierarchy, pyramid, cycle) Charts Symbols Video Video from file Video from website Embed code Not always compatible with PowerPoint Audio – background music, slide narration
Animations Text and objects (clip art, shapes, and pictures). Draw attention to specific content
Applying Transitions Movement of slides Sound effects
Slide Show Audience view Rehearse time Practice slides
Presentation Outline Organization Talking points Details Note cards, typed out information, etc. Outline Slide 1 Information on slide 1 Slide 2 Information on slide 2 Slide 3 Information on slide 3 Slide 4 Information on slide 4 Slide 5 Information on slide 5 Slide 6 Information on slide 6
Presentation Tips Arrangement – simple, but well-designed Design should complement message Keywords only Handouts Consistency – font, color, size, design Additions – color, images Emphasize meaning Reinforce points
More Presentation Tips Practice, Practice, Practice! Don’t just read slides Keep audience interested Speak with enthusiasm Portray Confidence Make eye contact Use body language
You now have the basic skills to create a dynamic presentation Contact your librarian if you have any questions.