Public Speaking

Apply Proven Design Principles (^177)
For words and images, choose colors that contrast dramatically with the background
color. White or ivory-colored posters and slide backgrounds or clear transparencies are
generally best, with text material in high-contrasting black or dark blue. Always consider
the room lighting and setup, especially when your technology requires dimmed lights;
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Figure 13.4
PowerPoint slide for a
speech on the history of art
therapy. What is done well?
What might you change?
Why?
Figure 13.5
PowerPoint slide on
traditional Chinese weddings.
What feedback would you
give to this speaker about
this visual?
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