Effective electronic presentations in synchronous virtual classes: 827 195

Design, pedagogy, and tools for higher education

Abstract

Electronic presentations are a key resource in synchronous virtual higher education classes, provided they integrate effective pedagogical design and appropriate tools. This presentation explores strategies for creating presentations that foster active learning, content retention, and interaction in virtual environments. It analyzes principles of visual design (hierarchy, minimalism, accessibility) and their alignment with student-centered pedagogical methodologies, such as flipped classroom and collaborative learning. Additionally, the digital tool PowerPoint and its functionalities for dynamizing classes are reviewed, incorporating multimedia, interactivity, and real-time feedback. Good practices are highlighted, such as content segmentation, the use of reflective questions, and the integration of active pauses to maintain attention in virtual settings. The presentation concludes with recommendations for educators: balancing aesthetics and clarity, prioritizing usability over superfluous effects, and adapting presentations to diverse learning styles. The goal is to transform slides into didactic allies that enhance participation and the achievement of competencies in distance higher education.