Lectures Notes Of Class 1
Introduction
MS PowerPoint and
Presentation Basics
Objective
The goal of this class is to help students understand what MS PowerPoint
is, how to start it, navigate its interface, create a new presentation, and
learn the basic structure of slides. By the end of the class, students will be
able to create a simple 3-slide presentation about themselves.
1. What is MS PowerPoint?
- Definition: MS
PowerPoint is a presentation software developed by Microsoft that allows
users to create slide-based presentations. It is part of the Microsoft
Office suite and is widely used for educational, business, and personal
purposes.
- Key Uses:
- Presenting
information in a visual format.
- Combining
text, images, and multimedia to enhance understanding.
- Creating
dynamic presentations with animations and transitions.
2. How to Start MS PowerPoint
- Step-by-Step
Guide:
1. Open MS
PowerPoint:
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If installed, search for "PowerPoint" in the
Start menu (Windows) or Applications (Mac), and click on it.
2. Home Screen:
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When PowerPoint opens, you’ll see a welcome screen
with options to create a new presentation, open an existing one, or select
templates.
3. Creating a
New Presentation:
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Click on "Blank Presentation" to
start a new project or choose a template if you want pre-designed slides.
3. Overview of the PowerPoint Interface
The PowerPoint interface consists of several important components that
help in creating and editing slides:
- Title
Bar: The bar at the top that displays the name of your presentation.
- Ribbon: The
main toolbar at the top with tabs such as Home, Insert, Design,
Transitions, Animations, etc. Each tab contains different
tools and features.
- Slide
Pane: On the left side, this pane shows a small preview of all the
slides in your presentation.
- Slide
Workspace: The main area where you design your slide, add
text, images, or other elements.
- Notes
Pane: At the bottom, you can add notes to help with your presentation
delivery.
- Status
Bar: Located at the bottom, this bar shows slide numbers and various
view options.
4. Creating a New Presentation
To start creating a presentation, follow these steps:
1. Choose Blank
Presentation:
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Open PowerPoint and click on Blank Presentation
from the start screen.
2. Default Slide:
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A new slide with the Title Slide layout will
automatically appear. This includes placeholders for the title and subtitle.
3. Adding a New
Slide:
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To add a new slide, go to the Home tab and
click on New Slide. You can choose different layouts like:
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Title Slide: Used for introducing the
presentation.
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Title and Content: Commonly
used for adding bullet points or images.
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Two Content: Ideal for comparing
information.
4. Slide
Navigation:
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Use the slide pane on the left to switch between
slides or rearrange their order by dragging and dropping.
5. Basic Slide Structure: Title and Content Slides
- Title
Slide:
- This is
the first slide of the presentation, used to introduce the topic. It
typically contains:
- Title: The
main heading.
- Subtitle: A
smaller description or the presenter's name and date.
- Content Slide:
- This is
where the bulk of your content goes. It can include text, lists, images,
charts, etc.
- In a "Title
and Content" slide, you’ll see two placeholders: one for the
title and one for content (e.g., text, images, or tables).
- You can
type directly into the placeholders or copy-paste content from other
sources.
Lab Task
- Create a
3-Slide Presentation:
- Slide 1: Title
slide with your name and "About Me."
- Slide 2: A
list of your hobbies.
- Slide 3:
Insert a picture of yourself or something you like.
Steps:
1. Open
PowerPoint and create a new presentation.
2. Add a title
slide with your name.
3. Insert a new
slide for hobbies and list 3-5 hobbies using a bullet list.
4. Insert a new slide, then add a picture from your computer or online
Slide 1: Title Slide
- Title: "About Me"
- Subtitle: Your Name
- Choose a large, clear font for the title and a smaller font for your name.
- Consider adding a background color or image that represents you.
Slide 2: Hobbies
- Title: "My Hobbies"
- Content: Create a bulleted list of your hobbies. For example:
- Reading
- Traveling
- Cooking
- Playing sports
- Photography
- Use icons or images next to each hobby to make the slide visually appealing.
Slide 3: Picture
- Title: "Something I Love"
- Content: Insert a picture of yourself or something you like (like a favorite place, pet, or hobby).
- You can center the picture on the slide.
- Add a caption or a brief description if you like, such as “My Favorite Place” or “Me and My Dog.”
Summary
In this class, we explored the basics of MS PowerPoint, learned how to
open the program, navigate the interface, and create a new presentation. We
also discussed the structure of a title and content slide. In the lab task,
students created a simple 3-slide presentation, helping them practice these
skills.
