Subject/Research Guides: Presentation Tools, Tips and Techniques: Presentation Tools

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft PowerPoint
Microsoft PowerPoint homepage listing downloads, general information and technical support.
PowerPoint (Office 365) training courses, videos and tutorials
From beginner to advance, watch videos to learn the basics of creating a PowerPoint presentation and also advanced applications.

Google Slides

Google Slides
Create and edit polished presentations in your browser—no software required. Multiple people can work at the same time so everyone always has the latest version. Google slides is one of the applications with Google Docs. Requires free Google account.
Google Slides Help
How to get started, create, edit, embed and use Google slides with Android or IOS.

David Lee EdTech. (2017, July 16). How to: Quick tutorial for new Google Slides presentation 2018 [Video file]. Retrieved from https://youtu.be/kYA6GLAzz9A

Keynote for Mac

Keynote for Mac
Keynote for Mac makes it simple to create and deliver beautiful presentations. Updated for OS X Yosemite, Keynote employs powerful tools and dazzling effects that bring your ideas to life. You can work seamlessly between Mac and iOS devices. And work effortlessly with people who use Microsoft PowerPoint.
Keynote for IOS
Keynote for iOS makes it simple to create and deliver beautiful presentations — with nothing but your fingers. Powerful tools and dazzling effects bring your ideas to life. You can work seamlessly between Mac and iOS devices. And work effortlessly with people who use Microsoft PowerPoint.

Touch Technology Review. (2014, June 2) Learn how to use Apple's Keynote for iPad in less than 3 minutes [YouTube Video]. Retrieved from https://youtu.be/7MT_GExNGos

Which presentation software works best for...

Presentation Software	Best For...	Advantages	Disadvantages
PowerPoint, Google Slides and KeyNote (Mac use only)	Presentation slides both in person and online	Most familiar format with user and audience, templates, embed media	Oversimplifies a topic, and limits preparation. KeyNote is only for Mac devices

Canva	Presentations, banners and posters, inforgraphics, cards	Easy to use, many custom design elements	Can be time consuming to design

Adobe Express	Social graphics, web pages, slideshows, videos, interactive stories	Easy to use, web and mobile	Best for online presenting, video creation limit of 30 seconds
Piktochart	Infographics	Easy to use, many custom design elements	Can be time consuming to design

Wilmington University Library. (2020, June). Presentation tools, tips and techniques guide. https://libguides.wilmu.edu/presentations

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Canva

Canva is a online software that can be used to create presentations or other documents. It is very easy to collaborate with others on a project, or just create your own using free templates. Has free images available or upload your own and edit with Canva's photo editor tool. Free and paid accounts available.

Piktochart

Piktochart comes with a set of features that enable anyone to create stunning masterpieces. These features include: ready to use graphics, charts and maps, High-res downloads, functional innovation, and design flexibility. Anything you need to create impressive printable posters, reports, and slides for your presentation is provided. In such way, Piktochart helps you create infographics that work perfectly with your social media channels and blogs. Free and Paid accounts available.

Piktochart

Adobe Express

Adobe Express enables you to quickly and easily create standout social graphics, flyers, logos, and more on mobile and web. No design skills necessary. Combine photos and video clips with music to create a captivating slideshow in minutes.

Adobe Express

PechaKucha

PechaKucha or Pecha Kucha (Japanese for chit-chat) is a presentation style in which 20 slides are shown for 20 seconds each (total of 6 minutes and 40 seconds). The format keeps presentations concise and fast-paced.

PechaKucha 20X20

To create your own, use the PechaKucha template that is already formatted.

Educational Foundations and Research, University of North Dakota. (2014, January 17). How to make a Pecha Kucha [Video file]. Retrieved from https://youtu.be/32WEzM3LFhw

PetchaKutcha Template