Lesson Plan. Preparation. TEKS Correlations: (10A) Identify the terminology associated with presentation software and its function

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1 Lesson Plan Course Title: Principles of Information Technology Session Title: Presentation Software: Functions and Terminology Lesson Lesson Duration: 3 hours Performance Objective: After completing this assignment, the student will be able to identify several different types of presentation software and discuss their usage with appropriate terminology. Specific Objectives: The student will be able to research 3 programs, with at least 1 web based presentation software program discuss the strengths and weaknesses of all the chosen software design their own perfect presentation software incorporating the best features of the packages they researched, explaining why theirs is more effective Preparation TEKS Correlations: (10A) Identify the terminology associated with presentation software and its function Interdisciplinary Correlations: [Across all disciplines] Instructor/Trainer References: Content developer knowledge Instructional Aids: Presentation Software Presentation Presentation Software Assignment and Rubric Learner Materials Needed: Each student will need a copy of the Presentation Software Assignment and Rubric IT: Presentation Software: Functions and Terminology Copyright Texas Education Agency, All rights reserved. 1

2 Equipment Needed: The instructor will need a computer connected to an interactive white board or projector to allow students to view the instructional presentation Each student will need a computer with internet access, some type of presentation software and access to a printer (color if possible) to print their assignments for submission Introduction Introduction (LSI Quadrant I): The instructor should begin by asking students to identify several pieces of technology that are required for DIM classrooms and careers in the field of Interactive Media. As a class, students can brainstorm about current technology, and its origins, as well as discuss how the growth and evolution of technology has and will impact the industry. Outline Outline (LSI Quadrant II): Instructor Notes: 1. Presentation Software: A. What is it? B. What is it used for? 1. Business applications 2. Family gatherings 3. Education 2. Define Terminology: A. Presenter(s) B. Audience C. Slides D. Transitions E. Plug-ins F. Web based For this lesson, the teacher will refer to the Teacher s Directions when introducing and completing the lesson with the students. Application Guided Practice (LSI Quadrant III): Students will discuss ways to create a presentation and the types of software that are currently available. Students can brainstorm as a class. Students will then discuss the possible definitions for the terminology that is presented by the teacher. Absent students may require additional one-on-one direction and prompting, or they can collaborate with other students IT: Presentation Software: Functions and Terminology Copyright Texas Education Agency, All rights reserved. 2

3 Independent Practice (LSI Quadrant III): Following the presentation, students will be provided with the Presentation Software Assignment and Rubric activity, to be completed on their own. They will use a combination of existing knowledge and personal research to complete the project and then compare and contrast their assignment with their classmates Summary Review (LSI Quadrants I and IV): Students will take all of the introduced information from the lesson and use it to complete the project. A quick Q&A with regards to the parameters of the assignment may be used to check for understanding Evaluation Informal Assessment (LSI Quadrant III): Periodic checks for understanding during the presentation are used as well as progress checks to quantify the amount of research done and information gathered Formal Assessment (LSI Quadrant III, IV): The project will be completed individually to check for understanding and graded against the provided rubric. Class evaluation and discussion can also be used to allow students to compare and contrast their findings against those of their peers. Extension Extension/Enrichment (LSI Quadrant IV): After completing their research, students should be able to use some type of presentation software and should acknowledge the impact that it can have on Information Technology. They should ask questions like What does this do for the industry as a whole? How can I benefit from this? How is using presentation different from what came before? What are the possibilities for the future? IT: Presentation Software: Functions and Terminology Copyright Texas Education Agency, All rights reserved. 3

4 Icon Teaching Strategies Verbal/ Linguistic Logical/ Mathematical Visual/Spatial Musical/ Rhythmic Bodily/ Kinesthetic Intrapersonal Interpersonal Naturalist Existentialist Lecture, discussion, journal writing, cooperative learning, word origins Problem solving, number games, critical thinking, classifying and organizing, Socratic questioning Mind-mapping, reflective time, graphic organizers, color-coding systems, drawings, designs, video, DVD, charts, maps Use music, compose songs or raps, use musical language or metaphors Use manipulatives, hand signals, pantomime, real life situations, puzzles and board games, activities, role-playing, action problems Reflective teaching, interviews, reflective listening, KWL charts Cooperative learning, role-playing, group brainstorming, cross-cultural interactions Natural objects as manipulatives and as background for learning Socratic questions, real life situations, global problems/questions Personal Development Strategies Reading, highlighting, outlining, teaching others, reciting information Organizing material logically, explaining things sequentially, finding patterns, developing systems, outlining, charting, graphing, analyzing information Developing graphic organizers, mind-mapping, charting, graphing, organizing with color, mental imagery (drawing in the mind s eye) Creating rhythms out of words, creating rhythms with instruments, playing an instrument, putting words to existing songs Moving while learning, pacing while reciting, acting out scripts of material, designing games, moving fingers under words while reading Reflecting on personal meaning of information, studying in quiet settings, imagining experiments, visualizing information, journaling Studying in a group, discussing information, using flash cards with other, teaching others Connecting with nature, forming study groups with like-minded people Considering personal relationship to larger context IT: Presentation Software: Functions and Terminology Copyright Texas Education Agency, All rights reserved. 4

5 Principles of Information Technology Presentation Software Assignment: Teacher Directions Discussion: 1. Presentation Software: A. What is presentation software? 1. Definition a) Presentation software is software that allows the user to arrange information aesthetically in slide format. It includes some type of text editor and a means for inserting and manipulating graphics. It also has special features that add dimension and zip to the presentation. 2. Examples a) Ask students to list 4 examples of presentation software (1) (2) (3) (4) B. What is presentation software used for? 2. Define Terminology: 1. Ask students, then reveal examples a) Business applications b) Family gatherings c) Education d) Anything else? A. Presenter(s) The person(s) using the presentation software to deliver the message or information. B. Audience the person(s) receiving the information C. Slides Individual pages in the presentation. Reference old time slides that were shown with a slide projector and talk about the similarities D. Transitions - Animations/effects used to move from one slide to the next

6 E. Plug-ins programs used to enhance the capabilities and performance of the presentation F. Web-based programs - Allow for collaborative development of the presentation as well as access to the presentation from any computer with an internet connection 1. Have students name one example of a web-based presentation software

7 Name Date Presentation Software Assignment and Rubric Instructions: 1. Research 3 different kinds of Presentation Software (at least 1 must be web-based) A. Creation 1. Be clear about the specifics regarding its creation a) Who, what, when, where, why and how B. Usage 1. Popularity a) Is it commonly used and well known? 2. Functionality a) Will it work with all operating systems? 2. Quality Questions to consider A. What makes it different from the others that you have researched? B. How does it compare or contrast to other types of presentation software? 1. Is it better or worse 2. More or less expensive 3. More or less reliable 4. Easier/harder to use C. How could it be better? D. Does it need to be better? E. Where will it go from where it is now? Requirements: 1. In a small group, talk about what you would consider the PERFECT presentation software. Write a 1-2 page paper based on that information and include the reasons you feel or do not feel that it is a logical step in the evolution of business and personal presentation tools. Be prepared to discuss with the class. A. Things to consider 1. How much will it cost? 2. Is it readily available? 3. What makes it better than the competition? 4. What else do we need to know about it? B. Your paper should be in Times New Roman 12 font and should be doublespaced C. Include answers to all quality questions listed above, and any other information you deem important D. Cite any information gleaned from a source other than yourself.

8 Presentation Software Rubric Description of Task Quality Questions Promotion Coming Steady Worker You re Fired 4-5 ALL quality questions were answered completely and relevantly quality questions were answered completely and relevantly quality questions were answered. TOTAL Mechanics 4-5 Mastery of spelling, punctuation, capitalization, correct paragraphing Requirements 4-5 All requirements, with regards to length, font usage, included images and work cited page, are met. 2-3 Occasional errors in spelling, punctuation, capitalization, paragraphing or 3 requirements, with regards to length, font usage, included images and work cited page, are met. 0-1 Frequent error in spelling, punctuation, capitalization, paragraphing or fewer requirements, with regards to length, font usage, included images and work cited page, are met. Submission 4-5 Project is submitted in the appropriate manner, on time, with the student s name included one all pages in the header section. 2-3 Project is submitted in the appropriate manner, on time, with the student s name included. 0-1 Project is submitted late, with the student s name included one all pages in the header section. TOTAL PTS EARNED Comments: