Estimated time to
complete: 3 hours
Self Paced Online Course Description
As
technology continues to change the way that we engage in business
communications, the art of presenting has also undergone a shift.
No longer can presenters rely solely on their spoken words to
deliver their messages. Now, audiences expect to see multimedia
slideshows that both inform and entertain. This course will
consider how to plan and design effective slideshow presentations
using Microsofts PowerPoint software. It includes practical tips
and examples for mapping the presentation, incorporating research,
using templates, selecting visual elements, and delivering the
presentation.
What You Will Learn:
- Define effective
communication
- Describe the
qualities of a well-designed slideshow presentation
- Identify common
problems when using PowerPoint to design slideshows
- Differentiate
between effective and ineffective PowerPoint slides
- Discuss the
importance of having a clear purpose or goal for your
presentation
- Explain the four
components of goal-oriented communication
- Consider the
importance of understanding your audience
- Conduct audience
analysis
- Map your
presentation using the Forecast, Present, Echo structure
- Incorporate
research into your presentation
- Assess websites for
reliability and credibility
- Use slideshow
templates effectively
- Select images that
are professional and well-designed
- Choose visually
appealing colors and fonts
- Consider how design
trends can be applied to slideshows
- Define the
minimalist approach to design
- Identify the signs
and symptoms of speaking anxiety
- Describe methods
for managing speaking anxiety, including relaxation strategies
- Design a PowerPoint
presentation that features recommended design principles
Key Features:
- Mobile-friendly
- Audio-enabled
- Badge and
credit-awarding
- Fully accessible
- Games &
Flashcards
- Expert-supported
- Video content
Price: $79.00
For a
course preview and to register, click here!
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