PowerPoint presentations have changed over the years because they are specific to an individuals creativity. Tweaking PowerPoints to achieve maximum impact is the focus of this chapter.
Templates are guides and shouldn't be used "as is" in all PowerPoints. Personality and creativity are what will catch the audience's eye.
Color in PowerPoint presentations should be cautiously chosen to appeal to all audience members. The most appropriate colors to combine are yellow text on a blue background.
The location and/or screen being used for your PowerPoint presentation is also important because it could make or break the entire presentation. Just because the presentation looks good on your computer or laptop it may not look the same in another location.
The amount of words used on each slide should be limited to no more than 40 words per slide. Approximately 6 bullets with 6 words per bullet is appropriate. The important point to remember is that in order for the information on a PowerPoint to be retained it should be able to be processed within 3 seconds.
With font, it is best to use 36 point and either Georgia or Verdana. This ensures that anyone sitting in the back of a presentation room, will also be able to see the text.
Burmark, Lynell, They Snooze You Lose: The Educator's Guide to Successful Presentations (California: Jossey-Bass,2011) pgs.3-23
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