Handout 1: Understand how to develop a presentation PowerPoint presentation Unit 304 (B&A43): Develop a presentation Handout 1: Understand how to develop a presentation

Aims and objectives The aims of this lesson are to: Explain best practice Explain who needs to be consulted Explain the factors to be taken into account. The objectives are for you to: Understand the best practices involved Identify who must be consulted Understand the factors that need to be taken into account.

How not to create a presentation!! Use of the colours Think of your audience This is font 8 This is font 10 This is font 12 This is font 14 Writing Font 16 Sub Heading Font 20 Heading Font 24 Flying animations

What are best practices? Best practice is a method or technique that is used that has consistently shown better results than others. When looking at best practice for a presentation you need to consider the following: Appropriate size of font Use of colours Use of charts and graphics The right method.

The right method? When delivering any presentation you must consider the right method to deliver your message/information. Is it more appropriate to use: Handouts Presentation software Memory?

Who and why? When developing any presentation who and why needs to be consulted? Manager/team leader Whoever has requested that you develop a presentation must be consulted. You need to know, and understand, their aims and objectives of the presentation. You may also need guidance on organisation policy towards presentations. Subject matter expert (SME) Development of a presentation requires knowledge, of the subject matter, but also necessary IT skills if using presentation software. The SMEs in each case should be consulted to ensure the best outcome is achieved. You should also consider discussing the development with your health and safety advisor to ensure compliance with the necessary legislation.

Specific aims and objectives Researching of the topic Factors to consider The development of a good presentation is incumbent on several factors: Specific aims and objectives Researching of the topic Key points to be delivered Relevant handouts.

5 ‘Ps’ When developing any presentation it is imperative, for a successful outcome, to follow the 5 ‘Ps’: Planning and Preparation Prevent Poor Performance.

Summary Best practice Consultation Factors 5 ‘Ps’

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