The teacher candidate demonstrates the ability to use idea development and presentation software.
For specific details related to when this competency should be fulfilled, download the teacher education requirements implementation grid (pdf).
For the combined assignment of Idea Development and Presentation Software, you will create a presentation slide show that would be used for an educational purpose, such as instruction, curriculum, or administration. The presentation slide show must contain a design template, a title slide, title text, a hyperlink, an imported picture, and a graphic organizer. The graphic organizer must contain one main idea and at least two subordinate ideas with six details. Spacing, grammar, and spelling must be appropriate and free of errors. You must write a rationale that explains the purpose of the presentation slide show and why a concept map or diagram is used.
The concept map or diagram should contain:
View a sample diagram that partially fulfills these criteria (pdf).
Course instructors will provide basic orientation, but students are responsible for learning the required skills using available resources. University computer labs provide access to online idea development resources as well as online presentation software resources. Use these resources to help you.
You may download a free, 30-day trial program files for both Kidspiration™ and Inspiration™ from the Inspiration Web site.
Appropriate materials must be submitted in your electronic portfolio.