Teachers want to present course material effectively to engage students, but some lack skills to do so using tools like PowerPoint. A survey of 23 English teachers found that while some were proficient with PowerPoint, many needed basic computer training. The document proposes an asynchronous online training system to help teachers learn PowerPoint basics like using master slides, audio/video, and proper presentation etiquette in order to save time planning engaging lessons and make materials available to absent students.
2. Summary of Initial Analysis Teachers want to present course material to students in the most effective and engaging manner, however they do not always have the skills to do so.
3. Summary of Initial Analysis Teachers want to: Create effective presentations Save time in planning Make information available to absent students Problems: Lack of time Lack of computer knowledge
5. Sources and Methods Administered survey via email to 23 English Teachers Responses: 8 via return email 2 via printed and handwritten answers 10 informal discussions
6. Findings Teachers stated: Many teachers need basic computer skills help Some teachers are very adept PowerPoint is a valuable tool Can use more instruction on PowerPoint
7. Extended Description of Learners/Users All of the learners are teachers. Respondents to survey are: Computer literate- average 7.31 of 10 Prefer PC to Mac- 5:3 See PowerPoint as Valuable- 6:1
8. Revised Instructional Goals The Learner will be able to: Create engaging PowerPoint Presentations Utilize advanced features of PowerPoint Master ºÝºÝߣs Audio Video Use proper etiquette
9. Revised Learner/User Goals Reduce Planning time Motivate students Professional Presentations Home access for students
11. Rationale for Learning System Teachers have compacted schedules with little time to spare. Self paced, for varied learner levels Easy to update Adaptable to larger audience
16. Objectives (Given the learner has completed the training) Master ºÝºÝߣ Learner will be able to: open the Master ºÝºÝߣ view Modify font, color and bullets
17. Objectives (Given the learner has completed the training) Audio in PowerPoint Learner will be able to: Use sound transitions Insert clip sound into slide Insert sound form a CD
18. Objectives (Given the learner has completed the training) Video in PowerPoint Learner will be able to: Insert link to internet video stream Insert saved video clip
19. Objectives (Given the learner has completed the training) Etiquette of PowerPoint Learner will be able to: Create an effective PowerPoint Avoid a PowerPoint faux pas