Interactive Presentations


In Year 7 computing classes, students embark on a captivating journey of storytelling through the creation of interactive narratives using Google Slides. As they delve into the world of digital media, students harness the power of links and multimedia to craft dynamic and engaging stories. Armed with their imagination and technical skills, they seamlessly integrate text, images, videos, and audio elements to captivate audiences. Through this hands-on project, students not only sharpen their proficiency in computing but also enhance their creativity, critical thinking, and collaboration abilities. They emerge as digital storytellers, equipped with the tools to express their ideas in innovative ways.

intention
INTENTION

The intention of this unit is to provide students with the knowledge to create their own slideshow, adding links and multimedia to enhance them.

implementation
IMPLEMENTATION

Students create a student portfolio showing their interactive story using google slides.

impact
IMPACT

The impact of this unit will be measured by the students final portfolio and journey in creating their interactive story.

Links

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Help Sheets


  

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Key Terms

Interactive

A two-way flow of information between a computer and a computer-user, where a computer responds to a user’s input.

Planning

The process of thinking about the activities needed to achieve the goal or outcome.

Theme

A predefined set of colours, fonts, and visual effects that you apply to your whole presentation for a consistent look.

HYperlink

A link to another location, activated by clicking on a highlighted word or image.

Transitions

The visual effect that occurs when you move from one slide to the next during a presentation.

Easter egg

A message, image, or feature hidden in software, a video game or a film etc.

Evaluation

Code that you can use many times, by calling it within the program, rather than writing it out multiple times.

Future Career Opportunities

programmer
Computer Programmer

Skills

  • Programming
  • Teamwork
  • Working to a deadline

Average UK Salary £57,000

website
Website Designer

Skills

 

  • Creating ideas
  • Communication with clients
  • Working to a deadline 

Average UK Salary £25 - £35,000

graphics
Graphics Designer

Skills

 

  • Creative skills
  • Working with clients
  • Working to a deadline 

Average UK Salary £26,000