How to Prepare a Successful Lecture

Lectures must begin with an attention grabber.

Rule 1

Lectures should have clear objectives

Rule 2

Dont be boring.
Rule 3

Lectures must be interactive

Rule 4

Lectures must not repeat the textbook or outside reading

Rule 5

Effective lecturers present material in multiple ways

Rule 6

Monitor student learning

Rule 7

The Perils of PowerPoint

PowerPoint is inflexible.
Peril 1

PowerPoint is risky.
Peril 2

PowerPoint is a crutch
Peril 3

PowerPoint is boring
Peril 4

PowerPoint is style without substance

Peril 5

Zen of Powerpoint

Less is more. Use PowerPoint slides only when necessary

Use PowerPoint strategically