Digital Literacy: Presentation Software

Which of these is an example of presentation software?

• Microsoft Powerpoint

• Google Sheets

• Notepad

• ProPortal

Which of these is NOT a benefit of using presentation software?

• Can be shared with people who missed the live presentation.

• More engaging than just talking alone.

• Can use formulae to do complex calculations.

• Allows audiences to digest key information.

Which of these is the biggest issue with the design of the following presentation?

• Too many logos on the screen at the same time.

• The colours are difficult to read.

• The 'C' in Communication isn't capitalised.

• There isn't a slide number on the screen.

What is the primary purpose of a PowerPoint presentation in a professional setting?

• To waste time in a business meeting

• To entertain an audience

• To show off some super cool animations

• To convey information effectively

Which of the following elements should be minimised to avoid distracting the audience?

• Images

• Text

• Animations

• Colours

Which of the following is the best way to ensure consistency across slides?

• Change the design every 5 - 7 slides

• Avoid using premade templates

• Change up the layouts on each slide

• Use the same fonts & colours throughout.

What is the purpose of adding speaker notes to a presentation?

• They allow the presenter to stay on track

• They give the audience extra information

• They make the slides more engaging

• They add visual appeal to the slides

What should you do to engage your audience during a presentation?

• Read each slide word for word

• Shout at the top of your lungs for the whole presentation

• Make eye contact with the audience & ask questions

• Include a 5 minute stand-up comedy routine midway through

Which of the following options is NOT available in the 'font' ribbon?

• Bold

• Italic

• Underline

• Speaker Notes

Which feature helps you organize content in a presentation for better understanding?

• Changing slide backgrounds frequently

• Adding as many images as possible

• Using bullet points and headings

• Randomly placing text boxes