As a teacher, it’s important to have a backup plan in case your students are absent or you need a copy of your notes to walk around the room and ensure everyone is on task. Thankfully, Microsoft PowerPoint offers several options for exporting your PowerPoint slides as notes, handouts, or outlines.
To get started, open your PowerPoint presentation and click on “File” in the top left corner. From there, select “Print” and then choose “Layout.” Under layout, you’ll find several different options for printing your slides, including handouts, notes, and outline.
For handouts, you can choose how many slides you want per page. You can select anywhere from four to nine slides per page, depending on how big or small you want each slide to be. Once you’ve made your selection, click “PDF” to save your handouts as a PDF file.
If you want to print out your notes instead, click on “Notes” under the “Layout” menu. This will show your PowerPoint slides on the top half of the page and any notes you’ve added on the bottom half. This is a great option to help you stay on track during class or to provide additional context for your students.
Finally, if you want to print out an outline of your presentation, select “Outline” under the “Layout” menu. This will show a simplified version of your slides with only the key points and text. If you have any images in your slides, they will not be included in the outline.
Once you’ve made your selection, you can print your notes, handouts, or outline by clicking on the print button. Alternatively, you can save them as a PDF file and open them later.
In conclusion, converting your PowerPoint slides to notes, handouts, or outlines is a great way to keep your class organized and ensure your students have access to important information, even if they miss a class. With a few simple clicks, you can export your PowerPoint presentation in any way you want, making it a versatile tool for any classroom.