In this class we explore the fundamentals of creating engaging and visually appealing presentations using PowerPoint. Whether you're a novice or seeking a refresher, the class aims to equip you with essential skills to confidently navigate the world of presentation design.

Key Takeaways and Next Steps:

Mastering Basic Navigation:

Understanding PowerPoint's interface and basic navigation is crucial for creating seamless presentations. Familiarize yourself with the ribbon, slide sorter, and slide show functionalities to enhance your overall efficiency in using the software.

Creating Visually Appealing Slides:

Learn to use visuals, such as images, charts, and icons, to enhance the visual appeal of your slides. Visual elements not only capture attention but also reinforce key points, making your presentations more engaging and memorable.

Effective Use of Text and Fonts:

Pay attention to text placement, font choices, and formatting to ensure readability and visual coherence. Properly designed text can enhance communication and convey your message effectively, contributing to a more polished presentation.

Mastering Slide Transitions and Animations:

Explore the world of slide transitions and animations to add a dynamic touch to your presentations. Used judiciously, these features can keep your audience engaged and focused on the content, preventing monotony.

Practicing Consistency and Simplicity:

Strive for consistency in design elements and keep your slides simple. A clean and cohesive design not only looks professional but also aids in conveying information more effectively, especially for older adults who may prefer a straightforward presentation style.

When you open Powerpoint you can choose a design template
The first slide will be your title slide

Go to New Slide at the top of the screen to add another slide
And choose the style you want
Remember that you can delete unwanted items from the slide
Remember that some boxes show that you can add pictures, or other items
Slide Sorter shows all your slides at one time

To show your presentation, go to Slide Show
You can add timing or use Enter to advance the slides
Choose whether to begin with the first or current slide

To print your slide show, go to slide sorter and choose File – Print
Choose how many slides you want per page
Choose if you want handouts to be printed
You can also print any Notes pages you created
You can also go to Transitions at the top of the screen to add variety
You can also go to Animation at the top of the screen to animated items
ESC will always stop your slide show

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