The "rules" for using presentations in teaching.

When creating a presentation to use as a teacher there are some important rules that we should follow.  Only use a presentation when it is appropriate and fits the topic in discussion.   Don't use font that is hard to read.  Keep it simple.  Don't copy and paste.  Don't be afraid to use slides.  Leave things for you to say.  Don't just read the things that you have on the power point and call it good.  Do allow time for discussion on each of the topics presented.  Make what is being presented interesting.  Do change the background color.  Don't overload the slides.  If we incorporate these rules when creating our power point presentations then we can expect to have a successful presentation.