Presenter notes are text that appear on your monitor during a presentation. They are designed to help you remember key points, talking points, or additional information without having to look at your slides directly. Effective presenter notes can lead to a more confident and engaging presentation.
Why Use Presenter Notes?
Provides a reference during the presentation.
Helps maintain eye contact with the audience.
Ensures all key information is covered.
Reduces reliance on reading directly from the slides.
Allows for more natural and conversational delivery.
How to Add Presenter Notes (Example using Microsoft PowerPoint)
Open your presentation in Microsoft PowerPoint.
Navigate to the 'View' tab.
In the 'Show' group, check the box for 'Notes'. This will display the notes section below the slide viewer.
Click within the notes section for the slide you want to add notes to.
Type your notes in the text box.
To exit notes view, uncheck the 'Notes' box in the 'Show' group.
Tips for Writing Effective Presenter Notes
Keep it concise: Use bullet points or short phrases.
Focus on key points: Don't write out your entire speech.
Include prompts: Remind yourself of transitions, examples, or questions to ask the audience.
Use keywords: Help you remember the main ideas.
Consider visual cues: Note when you want to point to something on the slide.
Example of Presenter Notes
Slide Title
Presenter Notes
Slide 1: Introduction
Welcome everyone. Briefly introduce yourself and the topic of the presentation. Mention the key areas we will cover.
Remember to smile and make eye contact.
Slide 2: What is ICT?
Define ICT - Information and Communication Technology.
Explain its importance in today's world.
Give examples of ICT applications (e.g., internet, mobile phones, computers).
Slide 3: Benefits of ICT
List the benefits: improved communication, increased efficiency, access to information.
Provide a specific example for each benefit.
Ask the audience if they can think of other benefits.
Figure: Suggested diagram of a slide with presenter notes visible below the main content. Suggested diagram: A slide showing a title and content, with a text box below containing bullet points.