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Create a Tree Lifecycle PowerPoint

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Exercise Create a Basic PowerPoint Presentation

In this exercise, you will create a basic PowerPoint presentation about the life cycle of a tree which will cover
the following techniques:
Creating a new presentation
Inserting text
Inserting pictures from various sources:
a. Found using clipart
b. Picture files supplied by me
c. Picture files that you find on the Internet
Add basic animations to the presentation
View the presentation as a slide show

Task 1 Create a new presentation and enter text


a. Create a new presentation. Choose a design template and colour scheme.
Note, make sure that your scheme is fairly plain and light so that it doesnt distract the
eye away from the content of the presentation.
b. Slide 1
Enter the title Lifecycle of a tree on the 1st slide
c. Slide 2
Insert a 2nd slide
Enter the following text on your slide:
Title: Aim
Text: _ To understand how a tree grows
d. Slide 3
Insert a 3rd slide
Enter the following text:
Title: Objectives
Text: _ To identify the branch, leaves and roots of a tree
_ To identify the stages of the trees development
_ Seed
_ Seedling
_ Sapling
_ Tree
e. Save your presentation.

Task 1 Layout
Task 2 Insert ClipArt
You are now going to add some clipart pictures to the slides that you have already created.
a. Slide 1
Select the 1st slide, Lifecycle of a Tree
Find a picture of a tree from Clip Art (the vast store of pictures which comes with all
Microsoft products) as follows:
i. Insert > Picture > Clip Art
ii. Search for a picture of a tree
iii. Click on the picture that you want to insert into the presentation.
Many pictures may be available, dont forget to use the scroll bar to view them all.
iv. Resize the picture

v. Move the picture to fit in with the other content on the slide
b. Slide 2
Select the 2nd slide, Aim
Insert 2 pictures onto this slide, a seedling on the left and a tree on the right
Resize the pictures so that the seedling is smaller than the tree (to show growth)
c. Save your presentation.
d. If you have time, explore the range of pictures available in Clip Art. Try creating a new
slide and adding some of your own pictures.

Task 2 Layout
Task 3
f. View your presentation as a slide show

Task 4 Insert Pictures from a File


a. Slide 4
Insert a 4th slide
b. Enter the following text:
Title: A Developing Tree
c. Insert the picture of a seed from a file on your computer as follows:
Select the following menu options
Insert > Picture > From File
Find the picture seed. Note, your tutor will tell you the location of this file.
Click on the Insert button to insert the picture onto the slide.
d. Insert the pictures seedling, sapling and tree onto the slide.
e. Move the pictures so that they match the following layout:

f. If you have time try rotating some of your pictures as follows:


Click once on the picture to display the handles
Move your mouse over the green rotate handle at the top of
the picture. Your cursor will take the shape of a black circular
arrow.
Click and drag the rotate handle in the direction you want to
rotate the picture.
g. Save your presentation

Task 5 Add some graphics to your presentation (Optional)


a. Slide 4
Select slide 4, A Developing Tree
b. Draw arrows between each of the pictures to show the order of the trees development,
i.e.
Click on the Arrow button on the Drawing toolbar (usually found at the bottom of the
screen.
Move the cursor onto the slide and click and drag to draw your line.
Tip, if you hold down the <Shift> key at the same time you will automatically draw a
straight line.

c. If you have time, try drawing some other graphics. Try creating a new slide and
experimenting with rectangles and ovals.
Tip, hold down the <Shift> key at the same time as drawing a rectangle or oval and see
what happens.
d. Save your presentation

Task 6 Search for Pictures on the Internet


a. Find pictures of a tree on the Internet using Google Image Search
b. Save this picture to the MyPictures folder on your computer
c. Look for other pictures that you will find useful for your own presentations. Dont forget to
save these pictures.

Task 7 Insert Pictures into your presentation


Now you are going to insert some of the pictures that you have found on the Internet into your
presentation.
a. Insert a new final slide
b. You have saved your pictures that you found on the Internet as files on your computer.
Now you need to insert these picture files into your presentation. You will use the same
technique used in Task 4 (Insert Pictures from a file)
Insert each of the pictures you found onto the new slide. You will probably need to
resize them and move them around to get them to fit.

Task 8 Spell Check your presentation


Now check your presentation for spelling mistakes.

Task 9 Add a basic animation


a. Slide 3
You are going to add a basic animation to slide 3 so that course objectives are displayed
one at a time rather than all together.
Select slide 3 Objectives
Select an animation scheme (Slide Show > Animation Schemes)
Click on an animation scheme to apply it to the selected slide
b. Experiment with different animation schemes.
Tip clicking on the Apply to All Slides button will apply this animation scheme to all of the slides in
your presentation.

Prepared by:

JOVENTINO T. TRINIDAD JR., MIT


Instructor 1
ICT Department, ASIST Main Campus
Lagangilang, Abra

Common questions

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Key aspects to consider when rotating images on a PowerPoint slide include selecting the image to display handles, using the rotate handle effectively, and ensuring the final position complements the layout. Rotation can align visuals with design intent and enhance visual communication by adding dynamism, indicating direction, or creating balanced aesthetics .

Using animations to present course objectives on a PowerPoint slide is important as it helps reveal information gradually, maintaining audience interest and allowing better focus on each point. Animations can highlight key aspects sequentially, enhancing comprehension and retention of information presented .

Insert menus in PowerPoint facilitate the addition of file-based pictures by allowing users to navigate to the Insert tab, select Picture, and choose 'From File.' This process enables users to locate and insert desired images stored on the computer directly into their presentation, ensuring efficient integration of external media .

To manage and position multiple images on a PowerPoint slide illustrating a sequence, first insert the pictures and arrange them in the desired order. Use the resize feature to ensure they are proportionate to their respective stages, like making the seedling smaller than the tree. To indicate progression, arrows can be drawn using the drawing tools to connect the images in a logical order .

When choosing a design template and color scheme for a PowerPoint presentation, it is important to select options that are fairly plain and light. This minimizes distractions and ensures that the focus remains on the content of the presentation .

To incorporate internet-sourced images into a PowerPoint presentation and ensure both quality and relevance, conduct a careful search using a reliable image search engine (e.g., Google Image Search). Save high-resolution images to your computer, ensuring they are relevant to your presentation topic. Prior to inserting, consider resizing and organizing them cohesively within the slide's existing layout .

Saving images in a designated folder before inserting them into a PowerPoint presentation ensures efficient organization and easy access. It helps in systematically managing visuals and minimizes the time spent searching for images during the presentation creation process, thus fostering productivity and focus .

Applying animation schemes selectively to specific slides is advisable as it prevents overwhelming the audience, maintains attention on key points, and keeps the presentation visually engaging. Tailoring animations to content importance ensures that impactful sections are highlighted, aiding in effective communication and retention of the message conveyed .

To perform a spelling check in PowerPoint, use the built-in spell checker tool, typically accessed via the Review tab, to identify and correct spelling errors. This step is critical as it ensures professionalism, accuracy, and helps maintain credibility while conveying clarity in the presentation content .

To insert clip art into a PowerPoint slide, first select the desired slide, then navigate to Insert > Picture > Clip Art. Search for a relevant image, select it, and insert it into the slide. Adjust the size and position as needed using the available tools and options .

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