In addition, material can be shortened or stretched to fill changing time requirements. The critical-learning concepts are covered along with the more complex subject matter in a process that gives appropriate weight to the outlining and presentation process. Most slide-presentation programs allow for printing an outline format for distribution to the class. In this way the students can follow along , not missing any important points, and have a framework for taking more effective notes. It is a temptation to rely on slides too much or leave them on the screen too long.
Slides are most useful when used sparingly and for short segments of time.
It becomes distracting and boring to hear the instructor and not to see them. Switching back and forth between the slides and the instructor gives the presentation a rhythm and pace and creates a more visually stimulating experience. Another valuable technology that is available in most studio classrooms is the overhead camera. No other piece of equipment would be so handy in the conventional as well as the studio classroom as this device. Its versatility is limited only by your own imagination.