Better Than Bullet Points – Creating Engaging e–Learning with PowerPoint, Second Edition

Featuring a complete update of the previous edition to reflect the new and expanded tools of PowerPoint 2013. By providing in-depth guidance, specific instructions, and helpful exercises, the book helps everyday trainers to create potent e-learning through the readily available popular desktop application. Established expert Jane Bozarth guides readers through the powerful new and updated features of the soon-to-be-released 2013 version, covering everything from text to art, animation to interactivity. If you have PowerPoint, this book will immediately put free real-world tools in your hands. Also features many online tools, including relevant technical design elements from older PowerPoint versions as well as a wealth of additional tools, templates, and examples.

SECTION ONE: FOUNDATIONS

Chapter One: Creating E-Learning with PowerPoint

Chapter Two: It's About Design, Not Software

SECTION TWO: INTERFACE AND CONTENT

Chapter Three: The Graphic User Interface and Course Architecture

Chapter 4 Designing for Impact

Chapter Five: Creating and Editing Art

Chapter Six: Animation

Chapter Seven: Interactivity

Chapter Eight: Add-Ons, Blending, Performance Support, and Job Aids

Chapter Nine: Adding Narration and Multimedia

SECTION THREE: DELIVERY AND SUPPORT

Chapter Ten: Saving, Uploading, and Distributing

Appendix: PowerPoint Basics

References and Other Sources

Other Resources