PowerPoint has been described as everything from pointless and boring, to downright evil. Yet, great visual aids can improve understanding and increase student achievement on assessments. Don’t abandon this ubiquitous tool just yet. You can make PowerPoint an interesting and engaging part of your classroom experience. In this workshop, you’ll receive takeaway strategies to use text for maximum impact, create visual impact, and increasing readability. Three sessions to choose from: Main campus (bring your lunch!), Downtown campus or online using Skype for Business.
Presented By: Teaching and Learning Services
Mary Dixson currently serves as Associate Vice Provost for Teaching and Learning Services and teaches courses for the Department of Communication at UTSA. Dixson earned a Ph.D. in Communication Studies from the University of Texas, Austin. She has been leading faculty development initiatives for 8 years and has 20 years of experience teaching practical skills and theory in communication and public speaking.