.pps file extension

.pps file extension

Term explanation

Definition and meaning

A .pps file is a legacy PowerPoint slideshow format that opens directly in presentation mode rather than the editing view. Double-clicking a .pps file launches the slideshow immediately, which made it popular for distributing finished presentations to audiences. The .pps format was later replaced by .ppsx as part of Office 2007's shift to an open XML-based file structure.

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.odp file extension

An .odp file is a presentation created with LibreOffice Impress or other OpenDocument-compatible applications. Like .ppt files, it contains slides with text, images, effects, and media. The .odp format is part of the open OpenDocument standard, making it vendor-neutral and compatible across platforms. Most modern presentation tools, including Microsoft PowerPoint, can open and convert .odp files.

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Process Questions

Process questions ask participants to explain how something works, how a decision was made, or how a result was reached — rather than simply what the answer is. They focus on reasoning, methodology, and the steps taken to arrive at an outcome. In training, coaching, and facilitated workshops, process questions help participants reflect on their thinking and deepen their understanding. They are more cognitively demanding than recall questions and are effective for developing critical thinking and problem-solving skills.

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Persuasive Presentations

A persuasive presentation is designed to change the audience's opinion, attitude, or behavior. The presenter builds a case using evidence, logic, and emotional appeal to move the audience toward a specific conclusion or action. Persuasive presentations are common in sales pitches, political speeches, fundraising campaigns, and change management initiatives. They differ from informative presentations in that they take a deliberate position and actively seek buy-in.

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Audience Response System (ARS)

Audience Response Systems (ARS) are technical solutions that are used in presentations in order to increase the interaction between the presenter and the audience. There are various forms of ARS that offer different features.

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