Presentation

Written text and Presentations must be inclusive for Dyslexia; Epilepsy; Hearing and mild Visual Impairments for non-discriminatory practice.

1. Written text, Learning Aids, Handouts:

Examples of considerations to be inclusive:

  • Arial, Calibri or Verdana size 12 is the ideal style and size for handouts and learning aids.

  • Font styles Arial, Calibri or Verdana minimum size 11 are user friendly for letters and reports.

  • Palatino size 12 is fine for headings and titles of documents for consistency with the University brand.

  • Use colour-coded text with information in one colour and questions in another.

  • Avoid using background graphics with text over the top.

  • Use Upper & Lower case text as it is easier to recognise contrasting shapes rather than CAPITAL LETTERS.

  • Use pastel shade coloured matt paper (cream) as an alternative for readers with Dyslexia and reduce ‘glare’.

  • Try to avoid underlining (except for weblinks) by describing and/or embolden text.

  • Use a good colour contrast between the text and background.

  • Use films/videos which have subtitles and the voices are clear.

  • Break up large sections of text by using bullet points; numbering; and tables.

  • Avoid using flashing images in presentations and videos which may affect epilepsy.

  • Use wide margins for written text pages (minimum 2cm width).

2. MS PowerPoint slides:

Examples of considerations to be inclusive:  

  • Text in a clear font style at least font size 24 and size 28 for headings for small presentation venues.  Larger text for ease of reading for attendees viewing the screen from a distance and for readability on handout slides in larger venues/lecture theatres. 

  • Avoid putting large amounts of text on individual presentation slides.

  • Slides available as online HTML or Word documents for 'screen reader' software as an alternative.