Designing Academic Presentations (Microsoft PowerPoint)

FormatOnline-Course (Microsoft Teams)
On the day before the event, you will receive the online access data by e-mail (invitation to the course in Microsoft Teams).
Course languageEnglish (Level B2 required)
Course date and timeTuesday, 22 October 2024, 6.00 – 7.30 p.m.
Registrationuntil Wednesday, 16 October 2024, 10.00 a.m. via the registration form (closed)
Further informationwissenschaft-international(at)isz.uni-saarland.de
Course feefree of charge for international Bachelor's and Master's students and doctoral students from all faculties of Saarland University
ECTS pointsThe workshop (3 work units) is recognized within the Compass Program.
You can receive an equivalency certificate: 30 work units = 1 credit point (CP).
Conditions/further information on the acquisition of CP/ECTS credits

A professional and appealing design is crucial for the success of a presentation, as it enhances clarity and optimally showcases your content. In this interactive workshop, you will learn how to use PowerPoint effectively to create compelling presentations. Through practical exercises, you can immediately apply what you’ve learned and ensure that your next presentation impresses with a professional look.

1. Easy Start: Customizing the User Interface

  • Adjusting slide size
  • Activating ruler, gridlines, and guides

 2. The Foundation of Every Presentation: Creating the Master Layout

  • Structuring presentation slides
  • Inserting placeholders and logos
  • Adding static footers and dynamic page numbers

3. Effectively Presenting Content: Working with Various Media Elements

  •  Editing and adjusting images
  • Working with videos
  • Creating table templates
  • Inserting and editing formulas
  • Inserting sources discreetly

4. Using PowerPoint Creatively: Creating Custom Graphics

  • Adjusting graphics from papers or books
  • Saving custom graphics for future use

5. Bonus: Useful Tips and Tricks

  • Building content slides
  • Creating a complete presentation
  • Tips for linking slide content

Kai Rochlus will be happy to answer any questions you may have! 

Disclaimer: The online course is based on the latest version of Office 365 for Windows. Commands may differ or be missing in older versions or in Office for Mac.

Tutor:

Kai Rochlus, M.Sc., has finished his master program in Materials Science at Saarland University with top grades. Additionally, to his main course he participated in research visits at Korea University of Technology and Education, Drexel University, Philadelphia and University of California, Santa Barbara. Amongst others, his portfolio includes workshops for scientifically working with different software in an efficient manner.

Postal address

Internationales Studienzentrum Saar (ISZ Saar)
der Universität des Saarlandes
Campus, Gebäude A3 2
66123 Saarbrücken
Germany