- 1). Staple construction paper to the panels to create the desired background. Choose a color that is part of the scheme for your organization or a neutral tone if it is for a school presentation. The background is important because it sets the tone for everything that goes on top of it. If the background is not appealing, the information on the board may not be communicated.
- 2). Add your contact information to the left hand side of the trifold board. Your contact information should include your name and email address, the organization for which you are making the presentation, facts about the organization and a logo. This information should be in a large font because it is important that people see it so they can follow up if they have questions. If the presentation is for a school project, include your contact information, but list quick, fun facts about the presentation.
- 3). Display pictures. According to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration, visual aids will help people to better understand the presentation by placing an emphasis on what is being said. Additionally, 65 percent of all people are considered visual learners, according to the University of Alabama's "Faculty Development" web page, which means they comprehend information better when it is accompanied by images and displayed in color. At the top of the middle panel, put the title of your presentation in large bold letters so it will stick out and people will immediately identify the topic of the presentation.
- 4). Place factual information on the right-hand side of the board, the third panel. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration advises those OSHA employees who give presentations that visual aids should be simple so as to not confuse the audience and decrease the impact. Include only the most pertinent facts. By including only the most important information you increase the likelihood that people will remember it. Include six to 10 bullet points on the third panel, summarizing the presentation.
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