PowerPoint Presentation Techniques

The video tutorial guides viewers through preparing and rehearsing a presentation using PowerPoint. It covers using the Rehearse Timings feature to practice slide timing, recording and saving these timings, and creating a self-running presentation with narration. The tutorial also explains how to use the Record Slideshow feature to add narration and timings, and how to finalize and edit the presentation for a live audience or personal viewing.

What is the first step in preparing for a presentation according to the video?

• Designing slides

• Practicing in front of a mirror

• Going to the Slideshow tab

• Writing a script

What feature in PowerPoint allows you to practice your presentation timing?

• Rehearse Timings

• Record Slideshow

• Animation Pane

• Slide Sorter

What key should you press to pause the recording during rehearsal?

• Pause

• Escape

• Spacebar

• Enter

What happens when you press the Repeat button during rehearsal?

• The slide advances

• The clock resets

• The presentation ends

• The slide is deleted

How can you view the recorded timings for each slide?

• In the Slide Master view

• In the Normal view

• In the Notes Page view

• In the Slide Sorter view

What is required to create a presentation with slide timings and narration?

• A webcam

• A projector

• A microphone

• A second monitor

What should you do if you want to start recording from the beginning of the presentation?

• Select 'Start New Recording'

• Select 'Rehearse Timings'

• Select 'Record from Beginning'

• Select 'Record from Current Slide'

What should you use to point out something during a recorded presentation?

• A mouse cursor

• A pen

• A highlighter

• A laser pointer

How can you remove timings or narration from slides?

• By deleting the slide

• By using the Clear option in the Record Slide Show menu

• By pressing the Delete key

• By restarting PowerPoint

What icon indicates that a slide has narration?

• A microphone icon

• A speaker icon

• A clock icon

• A play icon