Chapter 14 Assignment 6. Designing an Impressive Multimedia Presentation Electronic slide shows have become a staple of business presentations, However, millions of poorly designed and delivered presentations have tarnished the electronic slide program's reputation as an effective communication tool. You can still produce a professional and memorable presentation using such a program if you follow the 3-x-3 writing process and several important guidelines When should you use "bells and whistles? When they help convey your message When they are available and have great sound effects When your audience is focused on what you are saying ed What can a blueprint slide with three main points be used for? Check all that apply. B A review of your key points near the end of your presentation An overview of your points B A clear explanation of one main point A transition as you move from point to point m A template for your presentation outline Consider the following slide, and the answer the questions My were green Know your materiel because it will allow you to look at your audience and glance at the screen, not your practice notes, 2. The audience needs time to absorb information as you show new slides. Avoid rending directly from a slide There are a number of errors in the slide. Which of the following is an error in the slide that should be revised? The information is not detailed enough. The background is not visually appealing, Parallel grammatical form is not used. What is another error in the presentation slide? Capitalization is inconsistent. Too many type styles are used Points are not punctuated Tips for Engaging Your Audience Know your audience. Maintain eye contact. Pace your slides. Avoid reading verbatim. What is one effective element in the preceding slide? The spelling and grammar are accurate, The listed items are in chronological order. What is another effective element in the slide? The background does not distract from the slide's content Two or three font styles are used