2. Jennie Ewert Beaverton High School (989) 246-3336

3.  Select san serif fonts  No smaller than 24 points  Each page should have a title  Use the same font on all pages  Avoid italicized fonts  No more than 6-8 words per line

4.  72 point  36 point  24 point  Serif  San Serif

5.  Use the 6 x 6 rule for bullet points  Use contrast  Dark text on light background  Light text on dark background  Do not use ALL CAPS except for titles ALL CAPS ALL CAPS  Test font by standing six feet from monitor

6.  Keep the background consistent  Keep the background subtle  Keep the design clean and uncluttered  Limit number of transitions  Avoid flashy or noisy animation

7.  Can you read this text on the animated background?

8.  Use clipart sparingly  Use the same style graphic throughout  Limit number of graphics Limit number of graphics Limit number of graphics  All graphics should relate to the presentation

9.  Limit the number of colors on a single screen  Use no more than four colors on a chart  Check all colors on a projection screen before presentation

10.  Contrast  Repetition  Alignment  Proximity

11.  Check spelling and grammar  Do not read the presentation  Give a brief overview at start, present information, review important points  Have bulleted items appear one at a time

12.  Use a wireless mouse  If sound effects are used, wait until sound finishes before speaking  If content is complex, give audience handouts  Do not turn your back to the audience

13.  Practice before you present  Show up early to test equipment  Turn off screen savers and power management

14.  Backup your slide show and take an extra copy with you  Provide the audience with contact information if they have questions  Avoid dark backgrounds if presenting in a poorly-lit room  Avoid light backgrounds if presenting in well-lit room