1. PowerPoint Cool for School Tips Summer Training 2010

2. Tips #1 Teach your students PowerPoint vocabulary Keep the screen simple by minimizing the Ribbon Demonstrate the features of the Ribbon tab by tab Introduce features as they are needed

3. Tips #2 Use the PowerPoint project as a way to develop technology skills Make sure the presentation’s function meets your objectives Work in Outline view Get a head start with templates

4. Tips #3 Use 3 fonts or less in a presentation Use text and background colours that contrast highly with each other Avoid patterned backgrounds Use the spell checker!

5. Tips #4 Images can add or detract from your presentation’s message Search the Internet for free images Observe copyright & ask owners for permission Download images from the Microsoft site

6. Tips #5 Don’t over animate Use animation to illustrate and emphasize the topic/concept: before & after; questions & answers Use no more than 3 transitions per presentation

7. Tips #6 Let your audience read the slides – you elaborate Use the Slide Show features to make your presentation fit the occasion or use: viewer use, large group, kiosk, Use hyperlinks to websites, documents or other presentations