Creating an interactive poll in PowerPoint can be a great way to engage your audience, gather real-time feedback, and drive discussions. Here’s a step-by-step guide on how you can achieve this:
- Use a Third-Party Tool: There are several third-party tools available that can be integrated with PowerPoint to create interactive polls. Some of these tools include Poll Everywhere, Slido, Mentimeter, and more. You’ll need to create an account on these platforms and follow their guide to create your polls.
- Insert Poll: Once your poll is created, you can then insert it into your PowerPoint presentation. In most cases, you will need to download an add-in or plugin from the tool’s website and install it in PowerPoint. Once installed, you will see the tool’s icon on your PowerPoint toolbar. Click on this icon, and follow the prompts to insert your created poll.
- Present Your Poll: While delivering your presentation, when you reach the slide with the poll, your audience will be prompted to vote using their smartphones or computers. They can do this by going to the link provided or scanning a QR code, depending on the tool you have chosen.
- Display Results: As your audience votes, the results will be displayed in real time on your PowerPoint slide. This can spark discussions and allow you to adapt your presentation based on the feedback received.
Remember to test your poll before your actual presentation to ensure everything runs smoothly. Interactive polls can be a powerful tool to make your presentations more engaging and insightful.
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