What's included
6 live meetings
4 hrs 30 mins in-class hoursHomework
1 hour per week. Students will be given activities to practice the skills covered in class.Assessment
Students are encouraged to share their work with me for feedbackClass Experience
US Grade 6 - 9
Beginner Level
In this course, we'll embark on a journey to unlock the secrets of Google Slides and learn how to craft captivating presentations that will wow your audience. Whether you're a budding artist, a tech-savvy enthusiast, or simply eager to enhance your presentation skills, this class is perfect for you. Led by an experienced instructor, you'll delve into the world of digital storytelling, mastering the art of visual communication through Google Slides. Throughout the course, you'll: Discover the Basics: Get acquainted with the Google Slides interface, learning how to navigate its features with ease. Design Your Style: Unleash your creativity as we explore various design elements, including layout, color schemes, fonts, and imagery. Craft Compelling Content: Learn the art of structuring your presentation effectively, organizing ideas, and conveying your message with clarity. Add Flair with Multimedia: Elevate your presentations by incorporating multimedia elements such as images, videos, and animations. Through interactive lessons, you'll develop essential digital literacy skills while unleashing your creativity. By the end of the course, you'll emerge with the knowledge and confidence to create quality presentations for any occasion. *** Students must use a laptop or desktop computer during class; no tablets or phones.
Learning Goals
Students will increase their digital literacy and learn to create a presentation using Google Slides.
Syllabus
6 Lessons
over 3 WeeksLesson 1:
Getting Started
An introduction to the interface, creating and naming presentations, and understanding layouts and themes.
45 mins online live lesson
Lesson 2:
Formatting Basics
Text formatting and styles, working with shapes, images, and backgrounds.
45 mins online live lesson
Lesson 3:
Organizing Content
Arranging slides and sections, master slides and templates, and inserting headers, footers, and notes
45 mins online live lesson
Lesson 4:
Advanced Slide Tools
Inserting charts, graphs, and tables, and integrating multimedia (audio, video).
45 mins online live lesson
Other Details
External Resources
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
Sources
Students must use a laptop or desktop computer during class; no tablets or phones.
Students also need a Google account and be logged into it during class.
Teacher expertise and credentials
Master's Degree in Education from Strayer University
I have a bachelor’s of science in Computer Science and a Master’s Degree in Education with a focus on educational technologies. I was a programmer for almost 10 years and am tech-savvy. I have 16+ years of teaching many subjects and ages;
Reviews
Live Group Class
$12
weekly or $36 for 6 classes2x per week, 3 weeks
45 min
Live video meetings
Ages: 11-14
3-6 learners per class