Slideshows use a predefined slide layout and include unique slide titles.

Review These Explanations

Using a consistent layout will set the stage for continuity and consistency in your course. If presenting slides, keep the layout simple and clearly convey the following in your opening slides:

• The main purpose of the presentation.
• Why the material is important.
• How you expect learners to interact with the presentation.

Learning materials presented in slide format work best if the slideshow is considered as a highlight with minimal text that can be supplemented with a content summary provided in handouts or assigned readings (Kinchin, 2006).

References:

Kinchin, I. (2006). Developing PowerPoint handouts to support meaningful learning. British Journal of Educational Technology, 37, 647–650.

Refresh Your Course with These Ideas

General Suggestions

• Use section headers to separate topics within a slideshow or presentation.
• Create a session agenda or outline that matches the title slides and/or section headers.
• Simplify your slides as much as possible, using the notes feature to guide any recording that you might include.

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