Better charts and data visualisations in PowerPoint - Techniques to stand out when presenting data
Master data visualization for impactful presentations! Learn to transform raw data into clear, easy-to-understand charts & graphs in PowerPoint.
Course Content
Better charts and data visualisations in PowerPoint - Techniques to stand out when presenting data is an all-levels Skillshare course taught by Alan Lomer. It runs 1h 51m, is taught in English, and includes a certificate of completion. Learners rate it 4.7 out of 5 from 11 reviews, with 670 students enrolled. It is a paid course, first published February 2023.
Data visualization is key to impactful presentations. Transform raw data into easily digestible visuals using PowerPoint graphs and charts. This course teaches you how to effectively communicate your message by choosing the right chart type and simplifying your visuals for maximum clarity.
You'll learn to create and modify a variety of chart types in PowerPoint, including:
- Bar Charts: Effectively compare data categories.
- Pie Charts: Illustrate proportions and percentages.
- Pictorial Charts: Engage your audience with visual representations.
- Key Data Point Charts: Highlight crucial information.
- Proportional Area Charts: Show changes in data over time.
Discover simple, yet powerful, changes you can make to your charts to significantly enhance their impact. We'll focus on keeping your data "live" within PowerPoint for easy modification, and also explore converting charts to shapes for ultimate design flexibility.
Drawing on over 20 years of experience creating presentations for numerous companies, I'll share proven tips and techniques to elevate your data presentation skills. By the end of this course, you'll be equipped to create more effective charts that deliver your message with greater clarity and impact. All examples are available for download in the 'Resources' section.
Alan.
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