How to Use PowerPoint and Other Presentation Software
By Wendy Russell, About.com Guide to Presentation Software
If you are new to presentation software, you will find all the basics you need to know right here, to create effective and professional looking presentations. Free step by step tutorials on how to get started using PowerPoint, Open Office Impress, and Windows Movie Maker.
- Presentation Software Programs
- PowerPoint 2007 for Beginners
- PowerPoint for Beginners
- OpenOffice Impress for Beginners
Presentation Software Programs
A variety of presentation software applications are on the market today. There are software titles to suit every budget, from free to the major dollar range. Presentation software capabilities can range from a simple slide show to a visual powerhouse which includes sound, music and narration.
- What is Presentation Software?
- Introducing PowerPoint 2007
- Overview of PowerPoint 2003
- Overview of Windows Movie Maker
- Overview of OpenOffice Impress
- Presentation Software Definitions
- Google Presentations - Free Online Software
- Acrobat.com Presentations - Free Online Software
PowerPoint 2007 for Beginners
The new user interface in PowerPoint 2007 makes it an all new experience -- even for those who have used PowerPoint extensively in the past. The new Beginner's Guide series of tutorials will take you through the steps of creating a presentation using this "new kid on the block".
- Your First PowerPoint Presentation
- Beginner's Guide to PowerPoint 2007
- The 10 Most Common PowerPoint 2007 Terms
- Free DAILY Ecourse - PowerPoint 2007 for the Absolute Beginner
- Free WEEKLY Ecourse - PowerPoint 2007 for the Absolute Beginner
- Glossary of PowerPoint 2007 Terms
PowerPoint for Beginners
(Versions 2003 and earlier) - If you are new to Microsoft PowerPoint, you will find all the basics you need to know right here, to create effective and professional looking presentations. Free step by step PowerPoint tutorials and shortcuts will take you through creating your first presentation effortlessly.
- Your First PowerPoint Presentation
- Beginner's Guide to PowerPoint
- The 10 Most Common PowerPoint Terms
- PowerPoint Video - Make Your First PowerPoint Presentation
- Keyboard Shortcuts in PowerPoint
- Free DAILY Ecourse - PowerPoint for the Absolute Beginner
- Free WEEKLY Ecourse - PowerPoint for the Absolute Beginner
- Glossary of PowerPoint Terms
OpenOffice Impress for Beginners
OpenOffice Impress is a free presentation software program that is part of the suite of programs from OpenOffice.org. You will find all the basics you need to know right here, to create effective and professional looking presentations. Free step by step Open Office Impress tutorials and shortcuts will take you through creating your first presentation effortlessly.
Windows Movie Maker for Beginners
Windows Movie Maker is easy to use video editing program with powerful results. Great for business presentations, school projects or making a simple family photo album. Make your first movie this afternoon, using Windows Movie Maker.
- What is Windows Movie Maker?
- Beginner's Guide to Windows Movie Maker
- Free eCourse - Windows Movie Maker for the Absolute Beginner
- Windows Movie Maker How-To Video Library
Printing in PowerPoint
Microsoft PowerPoint offers several ways to print slides including whole slides, notes for the speaker, or handouts for the audience. Hide background graphics when printing. Print your handouts in Word.
- Printing in PowerPoint 2007
- Printing in PowerPoint (versions 97 - 2003)
- Print Options in PowerPoint
- Hide Background Images for Printing
- Convert PowerPoint to Word for Printing Handouts
Classroom Resources
Look here for tips for making classroom presentations and lesson plans. Tips, tricks and free tutorials for teachers and students for using Microsoft PowerPoint and Windows Movie Maker in the classroom. A great way to integrate technology into the classroom.
- Student Tips - Classroom Presentations Worthy of an 'A'
- Teach Simple Math Lessons Using PowerPoint
- Develop Story Writing Skills Using PowerPoint Story Templates
- The Virtual Amazing Race - Webquest and Web Design
- Use PowerPoint to Create Story Maps
- Make Family Tree Charts Using PowerPoint
- The Ergonomic Computer Workstation - Business Lesson Plan
- Clouds and Weather Watching - PowerPoint Lesson Plan
- Create Multiple Choice Quizzes Using PowerPoint
- How to Lose an Audience in 10 Easy Ways
- PowerPoint - The Good, the Bad and the Ugly
For Special Occasions
Create a multimedia presentation for those special occasions in your life -- the weddings, the summer vacation, that graduation ceremony, the latest retirement at the office, and let's not forget -- the annual Christmas party.
