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The Big Picture
The purpose of this module is to instruct the student in the various techniques for developing and utilizing properly effective graphics. Attention will be paid to maximizing file quality while minimizing file size in the construction of projected messages and computer-aided electronic presentations.
Instructional Goal
Learners will create a PowerPoint or ClarisWorks presentation. Each presentation will include scanned images, digital camera is, and images copied from the Internet. The student will be able to maximize image file quality and size parameters for projected messages and computer-aided electronic presentations. All images used will conform to effective presentation graphic guidelines.
This module will assist the learner in the completion of the following portfolio components:
- Personal Image
- Resource Access
- Media as context
- Electronic Presentation
Prerequisites
The learner wil posses a beginning knowledge of computer navigation and menu control commands and familiarity with PowerPoint or ClarisWorks presentation software.
The learner will have access to a computer with accessibility to the Internet and the following input hardware:
- Digital camera
- Scanner
Course Objectives
The student will demonstrate techniques for utilizing graphics for presentation purposes. Areas of focus are:
- Effective presentation methods
- Proper picture/graphic format and size for computer monitor or projected message presentations
- Use of graphics and fonts within presentation software
- Purpose and function of input hardware such as scanner and digital camera
- Presentation for use on either platform (web or computer monitor or projection).
- Conversion of PowerPoint or ClarisWorks' files to pdf files
- Capturing graphics or animated GIFs from the Internet for use in presentations
Grading
Completion of this module offers the opportunity for fulfillment of the Instructional Technology Master's Degree Portfolio requirement of a Professional presentation. The final assessment is project based.
Completion of Practice Activities (7) = 70 points. 17.5%
Completion of fourteen Feedback Activities (14) = 70 points. 17.5%
- Class Discussion room
- End Notes to Instructor
Proficiency Demonstrations (4) = 80 points. 20%
Presentation Project 1 = 80pts.20%
Presentation Project 2 = 100pts. 25%
An assignment schedule and point breakdown can be found on the calendar of events page.
Virginia State Standards of Technology
1.1.1Create, save and open files using a variety of computer software applications.
1.1.5 use terminology related to computers appropriately in written and oral communications.
1.1.7 Use imaging devices such as scanners, digital cameras, and/or video cameras with computer systems and software.
1.1.8 Locate, copy (download) and use specific resources (images, text files, multimedia files, software) obtained from the Internet.a
1.1.10 Apply productivity tools and manipulate a variety of file types to create multimedia presentations.
2.1.2 Use telecommunications tools and resources to locate, access and retrieve content-specific resources (text, audio, and graphic information and examples etc.).
2.1.4 Produce well designed "projected message" media (overhead transparency or electronic slides) to support the learning of worthwhile outcomes.
Requirements
You, the student, will spend approximately three hours a week completing the assignments in this Distance Learning Module.
Heads Up!
Visit this space next week for class feedback and late breaking news.
What do you remember about the photograph on the previous page? Complete this feedback activity and see if the grapic image left an impression. At the conclusion of this feedback activity you'll be directed to begin Lesson 1.
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