The main purpose of handouts and transparencies are:
  • To emphasize and clarify main points
  • To increase audience interest
  • To make the presentation more professional
  • To help inexperienced presenters
Handouts
  • Pictures
  • Outlines
  • Brochures
  • Articles
  • Charts

Be careful not to use them during the presentation, they tend to distract the audience. It is best to keep it with you and have is available after the presentation to those who want it.

Transparencies
Transparencies require overhead projectors and screens. The room should be darkened in order to see better.