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DescriptionIn presentations, do make best use of technology but do not over-use it. Always remember that the goal is communicating with and changing the minds of your audience. A common tool is Powerpoint (or other slideshow software) coupled to a computer projector which shows slides on a large screen. This can be used as presentation enhancement, adding visual information to the presentation. Other technology that can be useful include:
ExampleI regularly use a wireless mouse with a built-in laser pointer. For large halls, I have a portable radio mike and speaker system. I use Powerpoint carefully and intersperse it with videos and just-me talk (blank screen). Depending on the audience and subject, I will sometimes use music as an introduction and fade-out. DiscussionTechnology is a boon to the effective speaker who can use it to enhance their presentation. It can also be over-done and used for impact only, much as some movies are all special effects and no story. There is a danger with PowerPoint in that it can be used as a presentation crutch, propping up the ill-prepared speaker. In a worst case, the slides are dense text that the speaker simply reads out. Some audiences expect the latest technology to be used -- most notably those who work in the technology industry. Others are more than happy with pure oratory with no technology at all. And the best speakers do not need technology (no, not even PowerPoint) to make a significant impact on their audiences. A final tip: technology can fail, leaving you high and dry. It's a good idea to have a backup plan, for example by taking printed handouts. See also
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