ExpiredMicrosoft 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