Microsoft PowerPoint Introduction

MODULE 1:  Getting Started with PowerPoint

Learning outcomes:  Gain an understanding of basic features and tools within PowerPoint, required to start planning and creating slideshows.

Topics covered:

• Meeting Microsoft Office PowerPoint 2010

• Creating a Presentation

• Working with Your Presentation

• Editing Your Presentation

• Arranging Slides

• Getting Help in PowerPoint

MODULE 2:  Understanding & Customizing the PowerPoint Interface

Learning outcomes:  Familiarize yourself with groups of tools and customize the workspace to easily access your favorite commands.

Topics covered:

• Getting Acquainted

• The Quick Access Toolbar

• Tabs and Groups

• Customizing the Ribbon

MODULE 3:  Creating and Formatting Presentations

Learning outcomes:  Begin putting the elements of your presentation together, creating and formatting bullet points, text and objects.

Topics covered:

• Using Templates

• Working with Text Boxes

• Basic Editing Tools

• Formatting Text: Effects; Fonts and Spacing

• Formatting Text: Alignment; Indenting and Lists

• Advanced Text Tools

MODULE 4:  Adding Shapes and Art to Your Presentation

Learning outcomes:  Use shapes and text boxes to develop diagrams and graphics. Format and customize the appearance of drawing objects.

Topics covered:

• Drawing Shapes

• Working with Shapes

• Working with Text and Shapes

• Advanced Shape Tasks

MODULE 5:  Viewing and Printing Your Presentation

Learning outcomes:  Understand different ways of viewing and running a presentation. Prepare the layout and print a PowerPoint file.

Topics covered:

• Using Layouts and Views

• Viewing a Slide Show

• Preparing Your Presentation

• Printing Your Presentation

MODULE 6:  Adding the Finishing Touches

Learning outcomes:  Finalize your presentation by proofing and adding interest with animation and transitions.

Topics covered:

• Research Tools

• Using Themes and Backgrounds

• Creating Slide Transitions

• Creating Basic Animations

• Creating Advanced Animations