1. PowerPoint: Help or Hinder? Developed by Kris Robinson 2006, revised 2010

2. “Done wrong, PowerPoint is more potent than secobarbital (Brown 2001)”  Watch video  Life after Death by PowerPoint with Don McMillan Life after Death by PowerPoint with Don McMillan

3. PowerPoint: Basic Tips  “Joy of Six”  Maximum of 6 points per slide  Maximum of 6 words per point  Floor test  Printout readable from standing position (usually minimum font 36)

4. PowerPoint: Visual Appeal  Use contrasting, yet complementary colors  Use text sparingly  Minimize or avoid  Animated text and sound  Fancy transitions

5. PowerPoint: Interactive Use  Stimulate discussion  Include abbreviated main points on blank slide  Leave out points on handout  Have learners identify what’s missing

6. Example: One minute writing

7. PowerPoint: Interactive Use (con’t)  Number points  Students able to focus questions quickly  Provide handout  Limit 3 pages (3 slides/page)  Room for notes

8. PowerPoint: Interactive Use (con’t)  Watch video  Mini workshop Mini workshop

9. Take home messages  Use rule of 6s  Minimize distractions  When posting slides, include oral or written narrative