1. Creating Effective Power Points
By Mrs. Johnson

2. Avoid Being PowerPointless
PowerPoint is a visual supplement to an oral presentation
Plan and rehearse your presentation
Deliver dramatically
Avoid reading slides
Maintain eye contact
Speak with conviction

3. Text Guidelines: The Rule of 1-6-6
1 topic per slide
6 bullets per topic
6 words per bullet

4. Clip Art and Graphics Should enhance the text Should balance the slide
No more than 2 graphics per slide

5. Slide Design: FOCUS on Content
Use design templates
Standardize colors and styles
Use contrasting colors
Consistent transitions and animation
Forget the fluff – sound effects, clip art, animation

6. Helpful Tips Get organized – take good notes
Distill words down to essential information
Type in text first, then add graphics
Save transitions and animation till last
Practice your presentation