PowerPoint+Overload

This information on this page is based on the article "[|Five Ways to Reduce PowerPoint Overload] " by Cliff Atkinson and Richard Mayer (2004).

The Modality principle suggests that when there is too much text that is in a PowerPoint, it is hard for those experiencing the PowerPoint presentation to retain any real information. Thus, it is important for the text to be outside of the presentation, and as part of the speaker's audio presentation.

media type="custom" key="4560216" 1.) 2.)This is an example of modality because only the main points are listed in the power point. The information in the power point is not enough information to be an expert on the topic, but it is enough to understand the main points. 3.)KC

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Author: Mr. Samarrro 1.) This PowerPoint presentation is about how to create an affective PowerPoint. It also goes through what errors are typically made by PowerPoint presenters. The messages being portrayed by the PowerPoint are very clear and concise. 2.) This is an example of the principle because of the fact that is does not overload the slides with text. Each slide has very little text on them, but it still gets its across. The readers will be able to stay interested with the PowerPoint and whoever is presenting the material. 3.) ML

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1.) This PowerPoint presentation is about how to teach and learn using technology without breaking the law. It talks about making sure that you are watching that materials are copyright friendly as well as understanding plagiarism. 2.) This is an example of the principle of modality because the PowerPoint is a shell for the presentation, and does not contain much text. It has effective images that will allow for the presenter to give a presentation without losing the attention of the audience due to text overload. 3.) GK media type="custom" key="4574696" 