linear
(adjective)
Pertaining to or resembling a line; step-by-step in order.
Examples of linear in the following topics:
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Other Presentation Software Options
- Mind Maps break away from the linear format of PowerPoint by using graphic symbols to show connections between different ideas, allowing the presenter to show a top level map and then drill down to show details for different connecting ideas.
- This allows for non-linear presentations, richer detail of content, and a better overview of complex visual messages.
- Graphic and conceptual layout which can be used for non-linear presentation.
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Delivery Tips
- Nothing can substitute for a carefully prepared message, whether that message is a standard linear message or a relational interactive message.
- Using PowerPoint Views allows you to follow a linear path or relational interactive paths for delivery.
- Whether you are delivering a traditional, linear message or an interactive, relational presentation, it is helpful to gain control of the basic movements for the slide show.
- You may creatively deliver a linear presentation, but you can also use PowerPoint to craft a highly interactive relationship experience with the audience.
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Dynamic Representations: Video and Multimedia
- This allows for non-linear presentations where presenters can present richer detail of content, as well as provide a better overview and understanding of complex visual messages and relations.
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Organizing and Outlining the Speech
- Outlining your speech as a series of chronological events or points allows your audience to follow along a linear timeline for easy understanding of your subject matter.
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The Advantages and Disadvantages of PowerPoint
- Oversimplification of topic: the linear nature of PowerPoint forces the presenter to reduce complex subjects to a set of bullet items that are too weak to support decision-making or show the complexity of an issue.