TOPIC 1:
DESIGNING AN ELECTRONIC PRESENTATION
Lesson 1:
Planning the Concept of a Presentation
- Overview: Initial steps in conceptualizing a
presentation.
- Key Actions:
- Identifying Audience:
Determine who will be viewing the presentation and their needs.
- Setting Objectives:
Define what you want to achieve with the presentation.
- Defining the Key Message:
Clarify the main message you want to communicate.
Lesson 2:
Creating a Presentation Story Board
- Overview: Outlining the presentation structure.
- Key Actions:
- Creating a Storyboard:
Sketch out the flow of the presentation, slide by slide.
- Planning Slides:
Decide what content will go on each slide.
- Transitions: Plan
how you will transition between topics and slides.
Lesson 3:
Customizing Toolbars and Menus of a Microsoft PowerPoint Presentation
- Overview: Personalizing the PowerPoint interface.
- Key Actions:
- Modifying Toolbars:
Customize the Quick Access Toolbar for frequently used commands.
- Adjusting Menus: Add
or remove commands from the Ribbon for easier access.
Lesson 4:
Creating an Outline for a Presentation
- Overview: Structuring content in an outline
format.
- Key Actions:
- Listing Topics:
Write down the main topics and subtopics of the presentation.
- Arranging Sequence:
Organize the topics in a logical sequence for a smooth flow.
Lesson 5:
Saving a Presentation
- Overview: Ensuring data is securely saved.
- Key Actions:
- Saving in Different Formats: Save
presentations as .pptx, .pdf, or other formats as needed.
- Using "Save As": Save
a copy of the presentation with a new name or format.
- Managing File Versions: Use
version history to track changes.
Lesson 6:
Viewing a Presentation
- Overview: Ways to preview and present slides.
- Key Actions:
- Slide Show Mode: View
the presentation in full-screen mode.
- Presenter View: Use
this mode to see speaker notes and upcoming slides.
- Slide Sorter: View
all slides at once to organize and reorder them.
TOPIC 2:
ADDING BASICS TO PRESENTATION
Lesson 7:
Adding a Design Template
- Overview: Choosing a consistent visual theme.
- Key Actions:
- Applying Templates:
Choose a template from the Design tab to apply a cohesive look.
- Modifying Templates:
Customize colours, fonts, and effects to match your content.
Lesson 8:
Customizing the Background of a Presentation
- Overview: Personalizing slide backgrounds.
- Key Actions:
- Adding Background Colours:
Select a solid colour or gradient from the Format Background options.
- Inserting Images: Use
background images or textures to enhance visual appeal.
Lesson 9:
Inserting Graphics, Clip Art, and/or Digital Pictures to a Presentation
- Overview: Enhancing slides with visual elements.
- Key Actions:
- Inserting Images: Use Insert > Pictures to
add images from your computer or online sources.
- Editing Graphics:
Resize, crop, and position images to fit your slide layout.
Lesson 10:
Using WordArt in a Presentation
- Overview: Creating stylized text.
- Key Actions:
- Inserting WordArt: Go
to Insert > WordArt to create decorative text.
- Customizing WordArt:
Adjust text style, colour, and effects to make it stand out.
Lesson 11:
Adding Graphics from the Internet
- Overview: Sourcing additional graphics online.
- Key Actions:
- Searching for Graphics: Use
image search engines to find relevant graphics.
- Inserting and Formatting:
Download and insert images, ensuring they are high-quality and
appropriately sized.
Lesson 12:
Adding Animation Schemes
- Overview: Bringing elements to life with
animations.
- Key Actions:
- Applying Animations: Use
the Animations tab to add effects to text and objects.
- Customizing Animations:
Adjust timing, order, and triggers for animations.
TOPIC 3:
ENHANCING PRESENTATION
Lesson 13:
Adding a Hyperlink to a Presentation
- Overview: Connecting slides or external content.
- Key Actions:
- Inserting Hyperlinks: Use Insert > Link to
add links to other slides, documents, or web pages.
- Setting Link Options:
Configure how and when the link is activated.
Lesson 14:
Inserting a Chart to a Presentation
- Overview: Visualizing data effectively.
- Key Actions:
- Creating Charts: Go
to Insert > Chart and choose the type of chart that best represents your data.
- Formatting Charts:
Customize chart colours, labels, and legends to fit your presentation.
Lesson 15:
Inserting a Sound File to a Presentation
- Overview: Adding audio elements.
- Key Actions:
- Importing Sound Files: Use Insert > Audio to
add sound files to your presentation.
- Setting Playback Options:
Adjust settings for how and when the audio plays during the presentation.
Lesson 16:
Inserting Video File to a Presentation
- Overview: Integrating video content.
- Key Actions:
- Adding Video Files: Use Insert > Video to
embed video clips from your computer or online sources.
- Setting Playback Options:
Configure how the video plays, including start options and playback
controls.
Lesson 17:
Adding Custom Animation to a Presentation
- Overview: Customizing animations for emphasis.
- Key Actions:
- Creating Tailored Animations: Use
the Animation Pane to design custom animations for specific elements.
- Setting Triggers and Timing:
Adjust when and how animations occur during the presentation.
Lesson 18:
Adding Slide Transition to a Presentation
- Overview: Smooth slide transitions.
- Key Actions:
- Choosing Transitions: Use Transitions > Transition to This Slide to select effects between slides.
- Customizing Transitions:
Adjust duration and timing for a seamless flow.
TOPIC 4:
PRINTING AND SAVING
Lesson 19:
Printing Slide
- Overview: Printing individual slides.
- Key Actions:
- Setting Print Options:
Choose print settings such as colour, size, and slide range.
- Previewing Prints: Use
Print Preview to check how slides will appear when printed.
Lesson 20:
Printing Handouts
- Overview: Creating printed handouts for audience.
- Key Actions:
- Choosing Handout Layouts:
Select from layouts like 1 slide per page, 3 slides per page, etc.
- Printing Multiple Slides:
Adjust settings to print multiple slides on each page.
Lesson 21:
Saving a PowerPoint Show
- Overview: Saving presentations as a slideshow.
- Key Actions:
- Saving as a Show: Use File > Save As and
select the PowerPoint Show (.pops) format.
- Setting Presentation to Open Directly: Ensure the presentation starts in slide show mode.
Lesson 22:
Saving Presentation as a Web Page
- Overview: Converting presentations for online use.
- Key Actions:
- Exporting to HTML: Use File > Save As and
choose the Web Page (.html) format.
- Setting Navigation Options:
Configure how the presentation is navigated online.
Lesson 23:
Saving with Pack and Go
- Overview: Preparing presentations for transport.
- Key Actions:
- Using Pack and Go:
Bundle the presentation with linked files and fonts for easy transport.
- Creating a Package: Save
the presentation and all associated files in a single compressed folder.
Lesson 24:
Evaluating the Presentation
- Overview: Reviewing and refining presentations.
- Key Actions:
- Assessing Quality:
Review the presentation for clarity, consistency, and impact.
- Getting Feedback: Seek
input from others to improve the presentation.
- Making Improvements:
Implement suggestions and make necessary revisions.
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