Presentation Unit
In this unit we will be focused on the creation, editing, and functioning of presentation software. While we will be working primary with Microsoft PowerPoint, other free programs that are just as acceptable.
Alternative Software:
- Prezi - a cloud-based presentation software and storytelling tool for presenting ideas on a virtual canvas. This software is used for the IHS Senior Project.
- Google Drive - a freeware web-based office suite offered by Google. Presentation made in Google Drive can be downloaded as Microsoft PowerPoints
Unit Assignments
PowerPoint Lessons
- Lesson 1:Getting Started with Powerpoint
- Lesson 2: Slide Basics
- New Slides
- Layout
- Presentation View
- Lesson 3: Text Basics
- Add text
- Edit text
- Text Box
- Bullets, Numbered List
- Text Directions
- Lesson 4: Applying a Theme
- Lesson 5: Inserting Images
- Add Pictures
- Search Clipart
- Screen Shots
- Resize/Crop
- Lesson 6: Applying Transitions
- Transitions
- Timing
- Auto Advance
- Lesson 7: Checking Spelling
- Lesson 8: Presenting Slide Show
- Pen-Highlighter
- Set up Options
- Lesson 9: Saving and Printing
- Save as PDF or Video
- Lesson 10: Modifying Lists
- Symbols as lists
- Lesson 11: Indents and Line Spacing
- Ruler, Button/Tab indent
- Vertical Spacing
- Lesson 12: WordArt and Shapes
- Lesson 13: Modifying Themes
- Lesson 14: Formatting Pictures
- Crop to Shape
- Border color
- Adjustments/Frames
- Background Removal
- Lesson 15: Arranging Objects
- Align, Grouping, Rotation, Ordering
- Lesson 16: Animating Text and Objects
- Animation customization
- Lesson 17: Inserting Videos
- Lesson 18: Inserting Audio
- Files, narration
- ClipArt Audio
- Lesson 19: SmartArt Illustrations
- Lesson 20: Hyperlinks and Action Buttons
- Non-Linear movement
- Lesson 21: Working with Tables
- Lesson 22: Working with Charts
- Excel Connected Charts
- Lesson 23: Reviewing Presentations
- Comments
- Compare
- Lesson 24: Advanced Presentation Options
- Rehearse timing
- Record timing/narration
- Video from PowerPoint
- Handouts
- Lesson 25: Slide Master View