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This section stays very much within PowerPoint but offers some considerations and suggestions for avoiding the common mistakes, without you having to undertake a wholesale re-write of your teaching sessions
1. Text-heavy slides
1. Text-heavy slides
These slides provide some guidance on how to avoid text-heavy presentations whilst still providing the information students need.
text heavy.pptx
Here are some ideas on how you can make your image-heavy slides more accessible for students and create a richer learning experience.
2. Image heavy
2. Image heavy
Some say that a picture is worth a thousand words. And in some cases it is. Images within presentations can be very powerful and are generally a good way to engage students.
However, if you tend to use a lot of images in your presentations think about how you supplement these images with content. It is important that we don't just use images on our slides and rely purely on elaborating verbally in class as this disadvantages students with disabilities. It can also be hard for all students to make notes whilst you are talking.
Alternatively you could provide an audio commentary or screencast of your slides (with accompanying transcript - which is easier than you think if you use your work YouTube account).
3. Mainly bullet points
3. Mainly bullet points
If you are someone who employs good practice principles in terms of succinct bullet points, think about the potential downside to this for students. We know that bullet points are easy to follow, but if you are elaborating on every point consider how easy it is for those students who like to make notes to keep up with your speech.
This resource suggests ways you can supplement your presentations slides and improve accessibility and inclusivity.
If you would like information about anything on this page or would like to request training and support please contact the HWB TEL Team
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