A good suggestion is to begin each line with a verb followed by either an adjective or a noun. Students must be able to see the information clearly. To ensure readability use a point size of at least 30. Be sure that the typeface is easy to read. There has been considerable debate over the use of serif vs. sans serif fonts.
Current literature supports font faces from each category as long as they are easy to read.
Teachers should avoid condensed fonts. The principles outlined in this article incorporate basic instructional design strategies for creating visuals. While the right software may not a great designer make, neither do these principles. However, by following these precepts, a teacher with a minimum of creativity and drive who is a proficient computer user can produce professional-looking and educationally sound visuals. Dr. Linda Szul is an Associate Professor in the Department of Office Systems and Business Education at the Eberly College of Business, Indiana University of Pennsylvania.