Slides
   -Title Slide (automatically timed)
   -Content Slides (8-10, no more than 10)
   -Sources/References Slide(s) (make hidden)

Text
  -Readable (size 28 font or larger; good contrast between text and background)
  -Bulleted (two-six bullets per slide)
  -No more than six words per bullet
  -Consistent structure/correct grammar
  -Accuracy of content

Transitions & Effects
   -Transitions used between slides
   -Effects used for text & pictures
   -Order of items appropriate
   -Title slide and/or other section(s) of PowerPoint is automatically timed (above)

Pictures
   -Added in appropriate places throughout presentation and including at least
        -One scanned in picture
        -One internet picture
   -Pictures aren't distorted
   -Pictures add to presentation

PowerPoint Appeal
   -Balanced page layout
   -Displays consistency
   -Not distracting
   -Effects/graphics serve a purpose

Other
   -Music/sound used effectively; sound adds to presentation
   -Personal touches added

Presentation
   -Poise
   -Eye contact
   -Conveys knowledge of subject matter
   -Keeps audience’s attention
   -Clear articulation; correct pronunciation
   -Doesn’t read from presentation