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Aim of Module | To enable students to create and deliver presentations using presentation software |
Credits | 5 |
Suggested Time | 50 student learning hours |
Prescription Expiry Date | Nov 2003 |
Topics | Highest Skill Level | Suggested Assessment Percentage | |
1 Presentation Principles | C | 20 | |
2 Presentation Application | A | 60 | |
3 Presentation Delivery | A | 20 | |
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LEARNING OUTCOMES The Student Will | ||
C | 1 | Describe the basic principles and functions of presentation software |
A | 2 | Apply the basic principles of presentation software by using a presentation computing application |
A | 3 | Demonstrate an ability to deliver a prepared topic to a group using desktop presentation software |
1 Presentation Principles |
> | Explain the use of different types, (eg non-linear learning, workplace presentations, kiosk displays, browsed by individuals, etc) and functions (eg text, graphics, animation, videos, transitions, etc) of desktop presentation software | |
> | Identify the characteristics of effective presentation software (order of presentation of information, readability, text styles, colour combinations, graphic layout, special effects, content relevant for the target audience, quantity of slides, timing, rehearsals etc) | |
> | Plan and design a presentation |
2 Presentation Application |
> | By practical exercises, involving the creation of effective presentations, apply the following features of the presentation software: | |
Text | ||
Animations | ||
Videos | ||
Sound | ||
Insert pictures | ||
Screen transitions | ||
Screen effects | ||
Navigation controls | ||
Speaker notes | ||
Print Handouts/notes pages | ||
Use templates | ||
Change master slides | ||
Style and spell check | ||
Change backgrounds | ||
Apply designs |
3 Presentation Delivery |
> | The delivery preparation includes: | |
Rehearsing timings | ||
Rehearsing effective presentation techniques | ||
The content follows effective communication principles | ||
> | The delivery is appropriate to the design and purpose of the presentation |