Top 10 Tips for Powerpoint

PowerPoint: Do's and Dont's

1. Do: Make sure colors work together and are easy to read and see clearly.
2. Don't: Make the slides too cluttered with words. Remember: 6 x 6: 6 bullets with 6 words each!
3. Do: Use appropriate transitions to make the PowerPoint more engaging.
4. Don't: Use too many crazy animations - they can be distracting! Keep it to one per slide.
5. Do: Switch it up! Include video(s), music, and links in your PowerPoints.
6. Do: Keep it short. Don't make presentations too long - no one wants to sit through 40 slides!
7. Do: Include questions in the presentation. Make it as engaging as possible!
8. Do: Experiment with different kinds of font and font colors. But again, make sure it's easy to see!
9. Do: Use charts, diagrams, webs, etc. when explaining a process.
10. Don't: Use material that isn't appropriate for your grade level. Use it as a visual aid above all else.