(Last revised October 2018) All Panel session presentations must be on the PES PPT template. The presenter's company logo may be on the first and last slides only. If the presentation is not on the PES PPT template, the presenter may not speak at the session. Well constructed visuals can make your
presentation more exciting, effective and memorable. However, in order for the visuals to accomplish this, it is critical that they be properly planned and prepared or they can become a liability rather than an asset. The guidelines on these pages are designed to help you make the most of your visual presentation. Your visual presentation should emphasize the most important points and ideas of your oral presentation. Use the visuals to reinforce, clarify,
illustrate or highlight individual points. Visuals are illustrating, not repeating, your presentation. Their purpose is to add interest and emphasis, not to compete with what you are saying. Some key points to remember when preparing your visuals:
General Guidelines
Text PointersThe text (or word) portion of presentations is used to state facts or objectives. When lines of text alone do not illustrate your point, a chart, graph or graphic might be more appropriate.
Title Pages Use title pages to introduce new topics or add special emphasis to a very important point. The best titles are a few simple lines in large type. Graphs, Charts and DiagramsTabular Charts Tabular charts are used to show raw data and numerical relationships. Use only a few key examples on the visual to illustrate your point. Bar Graphs Bar graphs are used to show absolute data or relationships and comparisons. Be sure to include scales and values. Be sure the type is legible. Pie Charts Pie charts are good for illustrating percentage relationships or parts of a whole. No more than eight segments are recommended. Line Graphs Line graphs are ideal for illustrating trends or performance over time. Your scale should include significant dates and milestones. Graphs should include no more than three lines. In black and white visuals, the lines should be distinctly different, e.g., dashed, solid, dots, etc. In color visuals, the lines should be easily differentiated colors which contrast well with the background. Block or Process Diagrams Block or process diagrams are good for illustrating structural relationships and designs. Graphics of this type show how each piece contributes to the whole. Avoid overcrowding. Limit your chart to no more than 10 simple geometric shapes and titles connected by lines and arrows. One-Line Diagrams PES papers often contain electrical one-line diagrams which are an integral part of a technical discussion. You should limit applying these to needed segments of a system to make them legible to the audience. Photographs Good quality photographic visuals can make a major contribution to your presentation. Be extra careful with photographs: they must be very crisp and clear, with high contrast between light and dark areas. Do not superimpose text over the image. If text is needed on the visual, it should be placed in areas that have been cleared of the image. Be sure to test your photos, projecting them to the size they will be when used to ensure that they are clear and easily recognizable. What does your textbook say you should do when presenting visual aids?Visual aids must be clear, concise and of a high quality. Use graphs and charts to present data. The audience should not be trying to read and listen at the same time - use visual aids to highlight your points. One message per visual aid, for example, on a slide there should only be one key point.
What are five 5 guidelines you would recommend for using visual aids?General Guidelines. Keep it simple. ... . Keep your audience in mind when designing your visual aids. ... . Proofread very carefully. ... . Fonts should be clear and easy to read. ... . Colored fonts should have a dark background (dark blue is best) with primary titles in either yellow or white and secondary titles in the remaining color.. What guidelines are given in the chapter for preparing visual aids?What guidelines are given in the chapter for presenting visual aids? 1. Display visual aids where listeners can see them.. Prepare visual aids well in advance.. Keep visual aids simple.. Make sure large enough.. Use limited text.. Use fonts effectively.. Use color effectively.. Use images strategically.. What are the 7 guidelines for preparing visual aids in your speeches?7 Guidelines for presenting visual aids. Make them visible. Everyone in the room must be able to see your visual aid. ... . Limit visual. Limit each visual to only one main thought or point. ... . Limit text and words. ... . Keep them simple. ... . Use color carefully. ... . Make them consistent. ... . Use different types of aids.. |