Using Google Slides for Interactive and Engaging Online Teaching

️✨Google Slides are a powerful tool for creating interactive and engaging online courses in any discipline.

️🔗Hyperlinking resources and information in the slides makes it easy for students to access important materials.

️🗓️Including a calendar in the slides helps students stay organized and aware of important dates and deadlines.

️📚Providing additional resources like online tutoring and graphing calculators increases student support and engagement.

️😺Adding personal touches like fun graphics and hidden Easter eggs creates a welcoming and enjoyable learning environment.

How do students access the Google Slides?

—The Google Slides are shared with students as a PDF and PowerPoint file, making it easy for them to access and navigate.

Do students engage with the slides more than a traditional syllabus?

—Yes, students have reported increased engagement and interaction with the slides compared to a traditional syllabus.

Are there any additional benefits of using Google Slides?

—Yes, using Google Slides allows for creativity, personalization, and easy updates, resulting in a more enjoyable teaching experience.

Do students find the hidden Easter eggs in the slides?

—Yes, students have discovered the hidden Easter eggs and have expressed excitement and enjoyment when finding them.

How has using Google Slides improved the online learning experience?

—Using Google Slides has increased virtual engagement, reduced missed assignments, and provided a more structured and interactive learning experience.

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00:15Becky Street, a math teacher at the University of Arkansas at Little Rock, shares her experience using Google Slides for online teaching.

00:55Becky discusses how Google Slides have helped her keep students engaged and invested in their learning.

03:34Becky explains the benefits of using Google Slides as an interactive and personalized resource for students.

04:58Becky shares positive feedback from students, such as increased engagement and improved communication.

06:00Becky showcases examples of her Google Slides, highlighting their accessibility and user-friendly design.

07:26Becky reflects on the positive impact of using Google Slides, including increased virtual engagement and reduced missed assignments.

09:58Becky shares a toolkit of resources and tips for using Google Slides effectively in online teaching.