Post 2 - Document Design

             In illustrating information, it is vital for a piece of information to be in an organized layout with supporting evidence (Rothman, 2005). A good powerpoint should have clear headings with informative bullet points should be use for an advance organization and to reduce reader’s time consumption. Give procedures step-by-step if instructions are required for the readers and mainly, ensure the information is pertaining to the topic (Putnis & Petelin, 1996). Information would provide useful is it is neat. In accordance to Anderson (1987), the author states by doing so, this enables the audience to read effectively and feel comfortable in understanding because the information they require are thoroughly explained and are in an orderly manner. Anderson further asserts that balancing the visuals is important base on markers, font, color and order so that it would be recognizable based on the flow of information. This is supported by Russell and Marguez (2010), as the author suggests avoiding fonts which are hard to read. In order for a good powerpoint presentation, avoid having too many slides, ask questions and speak clearly with energy or it will bore the audience. Keep track on the topic being discussed to avoid time and best yet, make full use of visualizations such as graph, charts and images (Marguez, 2010).


              In the previous group assignment presentation, I would comment on a few slides as shown below, had grab minor interest from the audience due to the unorganized chart and excessive words used. Therefore, color and lines were added to improve visual concentration and also bullet points. However, unused sections of the chart could be removed since it was not related to the topic to reduce confusion.

Lastly, we can improve the second slide by adjusting the writing skill as it is broken. Effective writing depends on the credibility and formality of writing.

 
Reference List:

1. About.com 2011, 10 Tips for Creating Successful Business Presentations, Russell, viewed 27^th March 2011, <http://presentationsoft.about.com/od/powerpointinbusiness/tp/bus_pres_tips.htm>.
2. Associatedcontent 2005, What Makes Good Scientific and Technical Writing?, Rothman, viewed 27^th March 2011, < http://www.associatedcontent.com/article/9447/error?cat=4>.
3. Ezine@rticles 2010, How to Make a Good PowerPoint Presentation, Marguez, viewed 27^th March 2011, < http://ezinearticles.com/?How-to-Make-a-Good-PowerPoint-Presentation&id=4313178>.
4. Putnis, P & Petelin, R 1996, ‘Writing to communicate’, in Professional communication: principles and applications, Prentice Hall, Sydney, COA, pp.236-254.
5. Reep, D 2006, ‘Document Design’, in Technical Writing, Longman, New York, Pearson, pp. 133-172.