Lesson 10 — Presentation Graphics and Multimedia Unit 2 — Software Lesson 10 — Presentation Graphics and Multimedia

Lesson 10 – Presentation Graphics and Multimedia Objectives Describe presentation graphics software. Explain the advantage of using visuals. Create a presentation. Work in different views. Insert new slides. Delete slides. Lesson 10 – Presentation Graphics and Multimedia

Objectives (continued) Select appropriate slide layouts. Add design. Add charts and WordArt. Add transitions and animations, and customize backgrounds. Print a presentation and handouts. Lesson 10 – Presentation Graphics and Multimedia

Objectives (continued) Describe effective presentation rules. Identify some presentation tips and hints. Add animated GIFs to a presentation. Add a music background to a presentation. Describe advantages and disadvantages of adding multimedia effects to a presentation. Lesson 10 – Presentation Graphics and Multimedia

Using Visuals in a Presentation Use software to produce slides that support and illustrate a presentation. Use an attention-holding technique. Graphics WordArt Charts Hardware requirements are a computer and a projector. Lesson 10 – Presentation Graphics and Multimedia

Lesson 10 – Presentation Graphics and Multimedia Overview Electronic presentations are made possible with Presentation graphics software Computer Projector Special effects make presentations appealing. Lesson 10 – Presentation Graphics and Multimedia

Other Options for Electronic Presentations Self-running presentations Online meetings Presentation broadcasting Web presentations Overhead transparencies 35mm slides Audience handouts Lesson 10 – Presentation Graphics and Multimedia

Creating a Presentation Plan your presentation. Launch your software. Chose which method you will use to create your presentation. Select the slide layout. This is determined by the type of data that will be included on the slide. Lesson 10 – Presentation Graphics and Multimedia

Creating a Presentation (continued) Apply a Design template. Adds a background to the slide. Enter data for first slide, which is usually a title slide. Insert a new slide. Add animation. Adds movement to each bullet as it appears on the slide when the presentation is played. Add transitions. Adds movement to each slide as it is played. Lesson 10 – Presentation Graphics and Multimedia

Working in Different Views Normal view Outline Pane Slide Pane Notes Pane Task Pane Slide Sorter Displays all slides in thumbnail or miniature images. Animations and transitions may be added in this view. Lesson 10 – Presentation Graphics and Multimedia

Add ClipArt to Your Presentation Enhances visual appeal. Gives presentation a professional look. Sound clips, videos, and photographs may also be added to the presentation. Lesson 10 – Presentation Graphics and Multimedia

Adding Charts and WordArt to a Presentation Charts are a row-and-column display. Helps viewers visualize statistical information. Simplifies complex sets of data. Various types of charts: pie, line, column, bar. WordArt provides special effects for text in a presentation. Words can have different shapes. Shapes can be modified. Lesson 10 – Presentation Graphics and Multimedia

Playing and Printing a Presentation Playing a presentation: A presentation can be started at any slide. A presentation can be set to run automatically. A presentation can be stopped after any slide. Printing a presentation: Entire presentation Handouts Individual slides Speaker notes Lesson 10 – Presentation Graphics and Multimedia

Preparing an Effective Presentation Keep it simple. Use words or phrases, not sentences. Keep slides uncluttered. Be consistent. Project an image. Organize the information. Use color wisely. Create high contrast between the background and the text. Lesson 10 – Presentation Graphics and Multimedia

Delivering a Presentation Plan. Prepare. Use an outline. Talking: Do not talk to slow or too fast. Presenting: Make eye contact and be natural. Questions: Leave time for questions at the end. Lesson 10 – Presentation Graphics and Multimedia

Lesson 10 – Presentation Graphics and Multimedia Using Multimedia Multimedia is the use of text, graphics, audio, and video to communicate. It can be used effectively in presentations and Web pages. Lesson 10 – Presentation Graphics and Multimedia

Lesson 10 – Presentation Graphics and Multimedia Web-Based Multimedia Multimedia on the Web can include Simple animation using animated GIF files. Sound as background music using audio files. Movies using video files. Animated movies you create with special software such as Macromedia Flash. Lesson 10 – Presentation Graphics and Multimedia

Presentation-Based Multimedia Many of the same effects can be used in presentation software slide shows. Self-running presentations are used in kiosks and displays. Stores provide user-controlled presentations for shoppers. Lesson 10 – Presentation Graphics and Multimedia

Multimedia Design Considerations Graphic image formats are available in different levels of quality and file size. Audio and video files can greatly increase the size of a Web page or slide show. Lesson 10 – Presentation Graphics and Multimedia

Lesson 10 – Presentation Graphics and Multimedia Summary With presentation graphics software you can create a presentation to illustrate a sequence of ideas. Use presentation graphics for on-screen shows, self-running presentations, online meetings, Web presentation, overhead transparencies, audience handouts, and 35mm slides. Lesson 10 – Presentation Graphics and Multimedia

Lesson 10 – Presentation Graphics and Multimedia Summary (continued) Some popular programs are Microsoft PowerPoint, Corel Presentation, and Lotus Freelance. Presentation graphics programs have different views to help you create a presentation. These views can include Normal, Outline, Slide Sorter, and Slide Show. Lesson 10 – Presentation Graphics and Multimedia

Lesson 10 – Presentation Graphics and Multimedia Summary (continued) Presentation graphics programs provide professionally designed templates. The addition of clip art and animation can make a presentation more entertaining. WordArt or TextArt can provide special text effects. Do not use a feature unless it adds to the presentation. Lesson 10 – Presentation Graphics and Multimedia

Lesson 10 – Presentation Graphics and Multimedia Summary (continued) When creating layouts, many designers use the rule of three. Some general rules: Keep it simple, use words or phrases, don’t clutter, be consistent, project an image, organize information, use contrast between text and background, and use text wisely. Lesson 10 – Presentation Graphics and Multimedia

Lesson 10 – Presentation Graphics and Multimedia Summary (continued) Some techniques to improve your presentation include planning, preparing, outline, talking at a moderate rate, and leaving time for questions. Multimedia effects can increase the size of a presentation or Web page. Choosing the right format for graphics and audio/video clips is critical when creating a multimedia project. Lesson 10 – Presentation Graphics and Multimedia