Powerpoint Do's and Dont's

1. Do: Make sure the colors work together and are easy to read and see.
2. Don't: Make the slides to cluttered with words. A good rule to remember is 6X6 have only 6 bullet points with only 6 words per bullet point.
3.  Do: Use appropraite transitions to make the powerpoint more exciting and engaging.
4. Don't: Over animate and have animations that distract from the learning.
5. Do: Use videos or links to things to add to the powerpoint that you can go to during the presentation.
6. Do: Keep it short and to the point! 
7.  Do: Include questions in the presentation to keep students enagaged.
8. Do: Use different kinds of font, bold things that are important, and make sure it matches the theme.
9. Do: Use charts and diagrams in the presentation to help explain processes.
10. Don't: Use material that isn't appropriate for the level the students are at.