Intro to PowerPoint

EQ - What components of PowerPoint do I need to know before I can create a successful PowerPoint project?

1. Activator:  Quick Recap with a partner
2. Review Communications Model
3. Communications Model Quiz
4. Laptop Assignments
5. Review of Computer Policy
6. Activator: Chalk Talk - What do you know about PowerPoint?
7. Key Terminology
8. Screenshot Introduction
9. TOD - Today I learned about _________.  It includes ________, _______, and ________. 
10. Pre-assessment (Favorite Things)

EQ - How can thinking logically about the Tabs of PowerPoint, help me use the features of the software? 

1. Activator - Splashdown the parts of the PowerPoint screen (14)
2. Worst Case Scenario: Bear Grylls
1. Video - HERE
2. Why does this escape plan make sense?
3. Discussion - How can logical thinking help us improve our accuracy?
4. A closer look at Tabs, Groups, and Commands
1. Advanced Organizer
2. Together - Spotting Trends of the Home Tab
3. Collaborative Pairs
5. Class Discussion - Logic and Using PowerPoint
6. TOD - Answer the EQ

Communication and PowerPoint

EQ - How can we develop and communicate content for a presentation?

1. Activator - Communications Model *Quiz Next Class*
1. Parts of the model
2. 3 types of noise
3. Connection to PPT
2. Partnership Interview
1. Directions
2. Interview Time
3. Presentation Development (Content)
4. Present Your Partner
3. Tips for content development
4. TOD -  Reflection
1. What went well?
2. What could be better?
3. How could you better develop content to enhance communication?
5. If time permits - PowerPoint Pre-Assessment

Welcome to PowerPoint

EQ - How does the use of PowerPoint require an understanding of the communications model?

1. Activator - Whisper Down The Lane
1. Class Brainstorm - How does the lesson of this game relate to PowerPoint?
2. Communications Model 
3. Identifying Noise
1. External
2. Internal
3. Symmantic
4. Self-Assessment
1. In what situations do you find yourself most distracted?
2. What are your worries/concerns (if any) when presenting to a group of people?
3. Did you experience noise during the Whisper Down The Lane game?  Explain why or why not?
5. Know your Audience - Partnership Activity
1. Class discussion
2. Jot notes about your fellow classmates to keep in your notebook
6. TOD Part 1
1. Briefly summarize the communications model
2. How will understanding this model help me use PowerPoint more effectively? 
7. Syllabus Review, Classroom Procedures, Expectations
8. TOD Part 2
1. What are you most looking forward to during your time in PowerPoint?

Smart Art, Text Boxes, Hyperlinks

EQ - How can I use modified SMART Art and Text Boxes as hyperlinks throughout a slideshow?

1. Activator - Brainstorm Challenge
2. SMART Art review
3. Textboxes
4. Hyperlinks
5. Guided Practice - Combining 2-4 into a slideshow
6. Review - Project Directions
7. Project Work Time
8. Small Group Presentations if time permits

Recycling Project Directions

Master Slide Project

Create a slidemaster to use in a presentation that informs and educates people about a college of your choice.  

Should include-background or design, font size and style change, custom bullet, and logo on the slidemaster

Presentation should have title silde, various information slides, and a closing slide.  Items to include would be information about the history of the university, admissions statistics/data, costs, popular majors of study, internship programs available, extra-curricular activities (not sports), extra-curricular activities (sports), nearby attractions, and how one can schedule a college visit or apply.  Additionally, provide a link to help people complete additional research or get assistance.  

This PowerPoint should also include animations and transitions. Use pictures as needed.

Photo Album Checklist

1. At least 20 images
2. Designed using the Photo Album feature of PPT
3. Consistent Transitions
4. Effective use of timings to advance slides
5. Audio file plays across slides and is hidden throughout the PPT
6. Titles or Captions are used
7. PPT follows guidelines for effective presentations

Adding Audio

EQ - How do I insert and format media clips into a slideshow?

1. Activator - Chalk Talk: Songs that would be perfect for your photo album
2. Sample - 13 Colonies PPT
3. TPS Exploration - How can we insert an audio clip?
4. Process Review
5. Apply to your slideshow
6. Partner Check
7. Enhance your Photo Album PPT

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