1) FONTS
- Select sans-serif fonts such as Arial or Helvetica.
- Avoid serif fonts such as Times New Roman or Palatino as they are sometimes more difficult to read.
- Use different size fonts for main points and secondary points
- secondary point font is 24-point
- main point font is 28-point
-Title font is 38-point - No more than 6-8 words per line.
- For bullet points, use the 6 x 6 Rule. One thought per line with no more than 6 words per line and no more than 6 lines per slide.
- Use a single sans-serif font for most of the presentation. Use different colors, sizes and styles (bold, underline) for impact.
- Use dark text on light background or light text on dark background.
- However, dark backgrounds sometimes make it difficult for some people to read the text.
2) COLOUR
- Do not use too many colour .
- Use contrasting colours : Light on dark OR dark on light.
- Use complementary colours to make it clear.
3) BACKGROUND
- Use backgrounds that are attractive but simple.
- Use backgrounds which are light.
- Use the same background consistently throughout your presentation.
- Do not go overboard with the colorful background.
- Avoid choose backgrounds that are distracting or difficult to read font.
4) CHART SLIDES
- Use graphs rather than words and tables if possible.
- Data in graphs is easier to comprehend & retain than is raw data.
- Trends are easier to visualize in graph form.
- Always title your graph.
5) GRAPHICS AND DESIGN
- Try to use the same style graphics throughout the presentation (e.g. cartoon, photographs).
- Limit the number of graphics on each slide.
- Check all graphics on a projection screen before the actual presentation.
- Limit the number of transitions used. It is often better to use only one so the audience knows what to expect.
- Avoid flashy graphics and noisy animation effects unless they relate directly to the slide.
6) SLIDE LAYOUT
- Simple and uncluttered.
- There can be a single title line.
- Use quality clip art and use it sparingly.
- Slide area should be available for text.
- Do not extend your text area to the very edges of the slide
Keep It Short & Simple
References:
http://teachingtechnology.suite101.com/article.cfm/powerpoint_lectures#ixzz0OKspI2TP
http://www.cheney268.com/Training/PowerPoint/PowerPointTips.htm
http://teachingtechnology.suite101.com/article.cfm/powerpoint_lectures
http://mason.gmu.edu/~montecin/powerpoint.html
