PowerPoint Presentation Structure
Introduction
Font should be large enough to read, clear, accurate
1. Introduce yourself
2. Hook
3. Background Information
(showing why this topic is important)
4. Thesis Statement
(Main sections and what you are proving)
Body
Each section contains:
Topic Sentence
Supporting Point
Supporting Detail (refer to your research!)
Explanation
Concluding sentence
Conclusion
Synthesize the main points of the
presentaion and explain their
relevance to the audience. Leave the
them with a final thought/call to
action.
Slide Design:
and minimal.
Colours should be used, but not distracting.
Limit use of animation and no video.
Professional visuals should be included and cited.
Slides are used to guide the audience, not as note
cards for the speaker.
Public Speaking:
Use gestures.
Make eye-contact with everyone.
Pause appropriately when changing topics.
Use professional body language.
Use formal register.
Show confidence in yourself.
Show interest in your topic.
General Guidelines:
Speak louldy, clearly and fluently.
Use stress to emphasize key points.
Vary intonation to avoid having a monotone voice.
Catch and keep the attention of oyur audience.
Notes, if needed, must be written on cue cards.