1. Unit Presentation Presentations Unit Tech Talk: Technology in Careers  Using Technology at Work (pg. 305–306) Using Technology at Work (pg. 305–306)  Use Technology to Find a Job (pg. 307) Use Technology to Find a Job (pg. 307)  Choose a Career in Technology (pg. 308) Choose a Career in Technology (pg. 308)  Prepare for a Career (pg. 309) Prepare for a Career (pg. 309) Projects  Project 1: Create a Presentation (pg. 311–325) Project 1: Create a Presentation (pg. 311–325)  Project 2: Enhance a Presentation (pg. 326–341) Project 2: Enhance a Presentation (pg. 326–341)  Project 3: Deliver a Presentation (pg. 342–351) Project 3: Deliver a Presentation (pg. 342–351) Contents Starting with You Why do you think it is important to identify your audience before you create a slide show presentation? To find out, go to the Online Learning Center at concepts.glencoe.com. Choose Before You Read Quizzes and take the Unit 7 Pre-Quiz. concepts.glencoe.com Copyright © The McGraw-Hill Companies, Inc. All rights reserved.

2. Unit Presentation Technology in Careers  Why technology is an important job skill  How to find a job using technology  To describe careers in information technology  How to present your job skills using technology You Will Learn Key Terms information technology (IT) electronic job market pg. 305–310

3. Unit Presentation Technology in Careers Most jobs today require at least basic information technology (IT) skills:  Understand hardware and software basics  Troubleshoot (solve) common computer problems  Use the Internet and e-mail  Use word processing software  Create and working with spreadsheets  Work with databases  Create and giving electronic presentations information technology (IT) The ability to create, install, and use computer systems and software. (pg. 305) Using Technology at Work pg. 305–306

4. Unit Presentation What Careers Use Technology? Some professions require more specialized technology skills, such as:  Using computerized machinery  Creating models using software  Using diagnostic tools  Using project management tools Using Technology at Work pg. 305–306 Technology in Careers

5. Unit Presentation Using Technology at Work pg. 305–306 Technology in Careers

6. Unit Presentation Draw Conclusions How might the following professionals use computers? Using Technology at Work Technology in Careers 1.Office assistant 2.Artist 3.Teacher

7. Unit Presentation Draw Conclusions How might the following professionals utilize computers? Using Technology at Work Technology in Careers Possible answers include: 1.An office assistant may use word processing software to create letters and documents quickly and efficiently. 2.An artist may use graphic design software to create electronic artwork and present it to clients. 3.A teacher may use presentation software to create and present lessons. A teacher may also use a computer network to monitor student work.

8. Unit Presentation Technology in Careers Today, many people use the electronic job market to find work. Examples of job search Web sites are:  CareerBuilder.com  Monster.com At these sites, you can:  Search for a job quickly and easily  Post your résumé  Get career advice Use Technology to Find a Job pg. 307 electronic job market A collection of Web sites where companies can look for employees, and people can look for jobs. (pg. 307)

9. Unit Presentation Technology in Careers Use Technology to Find a Job pg. 307 If you do not have a computer to search for a job online, you may be able to use a computer at a:  Library  Community center  Public Internet center

10. Unit Presentation Analyze How do you think searching for a job online might be better than using a newspaper’s Help Wanted ads? Give two ways. Use Technology to Find a Job Technology in Careers Possible answers include:  More jobs are posted online.  It may be easier to search for jobs online using keywords than to scour the Help Wanted ads for relevant listings.  Updates may be made more frequently to jobs advertised online.  A wider geographic area is represented online.

11. Unit Presentation Technology in Careers Careers in technology are available in just about every type of business or industry. Jobs in the technology field include:  Software programmer - creates software  Technical writer - writes about how to use technology  Network administrator - installs computer hardware and maintains business networks  Web designer - designs, creates, and updates Web sites Choose a Career in Technology pg. 308

12. Unit Presentation Draw Conclusions What skills might a technical writer need to possess? Choose a Career in Technology Technology in Careers Possible answers include:  Know how technology works  Make technology understandable to the intended audience  Break down and document steps in a process  Excellent written communication skills  Keen attention to detail

13. Unit Presentation Technology in Careers It is never too early to start preparing for a career! While you are still in school you can:  Take technology-related classes.  Get the best grades you can.  Consider jobs that interest you.  Learn about skills and certifications you will need for the job you want.  Develop communication, problem solving, and teamwork skills. When you are ready to find a job, you can post a portfolio online to provide samples of your work. Prepare for a Career pg. 309

14. Unit Presentation Technology in Careers Tech Talk Assessment pg. 310 Identify Name two ways to communicate your job experience online. Possible answers include:  Complete and submit an online job application.  Post a résumé at a job search site or your own Web site.  Post an online portfolio at a job search site or your own Web site. Self-Check Assess your understanding of what you read. Go to the Online Learning Center at concepts.glencoe.com. Choose After You Read Quizzes and take the Unit 7 Tech Talk Quiz. concepts.glencoe.com

15. Unit Presentation Going Online Tech Talk Assessment pg. 310 Identify What are three IT skills you may need in a future job?

16. Unit Presentation Going Online Tech Talk Assessment pg. 310 Possible answers include:  Understand hardware and software basics.  Troubleshoot common computer problems.  Use the Internet and e-mail.  Use word processing software.  Create and work with spreadsheets.  Work with databases.  Create and give electronic presentations.  Know computerized machinery.  Create models using software.  Operate diagnostic tools.  Use project management tools.

17. Unit Presentation Create a Presentation Exercise 1-1  Identify PowerPoint features Exercise 1-2  Identify PowerPoint views  Save a presentation Contents pg. 311–325 Key Terms presentation software Slide Master design template 1 1

18. Unit Presentation Create a Presentation Exercise 1-3  Apply a design template Exercise 1-4  Modify the Slide Master  Add the date and time to a slide Exercise 1-5  Navigate through a slide show  View a slide show Contents pg. 96–108 1 1

19. Unit Presentation Create a Presentation pg. 312–313 Exercise 1-1 Get to Know Microsoft PowerPoint In this exercise you will create two PowerPoint presentation slides. The first will be a title slide. The second will be a slide listing your favorite hobbies. You will then save the presentation. To support a speech or presentation, you can use presentation software to create a slide show with:  Words  Pictures  Sound  Video 1 1 presentation software Computer programs used to create a story in words, pictures, sound, and video, to support a speech or public presentation. (pg. 312) Microsoft PowerPoint APPLICATIONS USED

20. Unit Presentation Create a Presentation pg. 312–313 Exercise 1-1 Get to Know Microsoft PowerPoint Microsoft PowerPoint presentations are a series of slides that can be:  Viewed on a computer monitor  Displayed on a screen for an audience  Published on the Web Presentation slides:  Provide a visual outline of what the speaker is saying  Make the content of a presentation more interesting and entertaining 1 1

21. Unit Presentation Create a Presentation pg. 314–316 Exercise 1-2 Explore PowerPoint Views In this exercise you will practice using the different views in PowerPoint. You can compare each of them to see which view you like best. There are several ways to view a PowerPoint presentation while you are working on it: 1 1 Microsoft PowerPoint APPLICATIONS USED 7A Road Rally DATA FILE USED ViewAllows User To Slide Viewsee what each slide looks like Outline Viewsee an outline of the presentation Slide Sorter Viewsee how slides are organized as well as move slides around Slide Master Viewmake changes to the text, graphics, or background on all slides at once Slide master A PowerPoint view from which you can make changes to the text, graphics, and background on all the slides of a presentation at once. (pg. 314)

22. Unit Presentation Create a Presentation pg. 314–316 Exercise 1-2 Explore PowerPoint Views 1 1 The Slide Master View

23. Unit Presentation Create a Presentation pg. 317–318 Exercise 1-3 Apply a Design Template In this exercise you will apply two design template guidelines. A design template uses design guidelines to make a slide show:  attractive  readable Microsoft design templates include features such as:  Graphics  Colorful backgrounds  Contrasting text colors 1 1 design template A custom design used to give a unified “look” to all the slides in a presentation. (pg. 317) Microsoft PowerPoint APPLICATIONS USED 7B Direction design.dot DATA FILE USED

24. Unit Presentation Create a Presentation pg. 317–318 Exercise 1-3 Apply a Design Template You can use a design template to do the following to a presentation:  Standardize text and background colors  Standardize text style, size, and alignment  Repeat images from slide to slide 1 1

25. Unit Presentation Create a Presentation pg. 319–320 Exercise 1-4 Modify the Slide Master In this exercise you will use the Slide Master to add the date and your name to the footer of your title slide. In PowerPoint, the Slide Master lets you:  Add a feature to all of your slides at once  Create a custom template  Use the Title Master, which only makes changes to slides that have a Title Slide layout 1 1 Microsoft PowerPoint APPLICATIONS USED

26. Unit Presentation Create a Presentation pg. 321–322 Exercise 1-5 Navigate Through Your Slides In this exercise you will use different methods to navigate through the slides in a presentation. Slides in a PowerPoint presentation can be:  Viewed  Edited  Rearranged As you preview a presentation to check for any changes that need to be made, you can move from slide to slide using the:  Keyboard  Mouse 1 1 Microsoft PowerPoint APPLICATIONS USED

27. Unit Presentation Create a Presentation, pg. 311–325 Project Assessment Explore Why is it a good idea to preview a slide show before presenting it to an audience? Give at least two reasons. Possible answers are:  To make sure the slides are in the correct order  To check for formatting problems  To check for spelling and grammar mistakes  To make sure you are familiar with the presentation’s content 1 1

28. Unit Presentation Create a Presentation, pg. 311–325 Project Assessment Contrast In PowerPoint, what is the difference between the Slide Master and the Title Master? The Slide Master can make changes to all of the slides in a presentation at once, and the Title Master only makes changes to slides that have a Title Slide layout. 1 1

29. Unit Presentation Create a Presentation, pg. 311–325 Project Assessment Identify and Explain Which of the following would you not find in a design template? Why? A. large font size B. graphics C. text and background with similar colors D. area for a title 1 1

30. Unit Presentation Create a Presentation, pg. 311–325 Project Assessment The correct answer is: C. text and background with similar colors If the color of the text is similar to the color of the background, the text will not stand out. A design template uses a text color that contrasts with the background in order to make the text readable. 1 1

31. Unit Presentation Enhance a Presentation Exercise 2-1  Apply bullets  Apply numbering Exercise 2-2  Add a table and enter data  Use borders and shading Exercise 2-3  Add a graph pg. 326–341 Key Terms legend transition animation 2 2

32. Unit Presentation Enhance a Presentation Exercise 2-4  Apply slide transitions  Apply custom animation Exercise 2-5  Add sounds  Insert pictures pg. 326–341 2 2

33. Unit Presentation Enhance a Presentation pg. 327–328 Exercise 2-1 Create Bulleted and Ordered Lists In this exercise you will apply bullets and numbering to the text on your slides. To make important points easy to read and understand in a presentation, you can use lists that are:  bulleted (with dots)  ordered (with numbers) 2 2 Microsoft PowerPoint APPLICATIONS USED

34. Unit Presentation Enhance a Presentation pg. 327–328 Exercise 2-1 Create Bulleted and Ordered Lists Follow these guidelines when using lists on slides:  Use a bulleted list when the order of items is not important.  Use a numbered list when the items need to be in order.  Use four to six statements per screen.  Use short statements that the speaker can explain in more detail during the presentation.  Use a font that is easy to read. 2 2

35. Unit Presentation Enhance a Presentation pg. 329–331 Exercise 2-2 Insert a Table In this exercise you will add a table to a slide. It will show information about what makes each car unique, including gas mileage, fuel tank size, and top speed. Use a table to organize information in a PowerPoint presentation. To insert a table, you have two options:  Select Table from the Insert menu  Click the Insert Table icon For a table on a slide, you can specify:  Number of columns and rows  Text font, color, size, and alignment  Borders and fill 2 2 Microsoft PowerPoint APPLICATIONS USED

36. Unit Presentation Enhance a Presentation pg. 332–333 Exercise 2-3 Create a Graph In this exercise you will add a bar chart to your Road Rally presentation. It will compare the fuel mileage (in miles per gallon) and fuel tank capacity (in gallons) for the three cars in the game. You can use graphs to communicate complex information in a visual way. This often makes the information easier to understand. PowerPoint uses the following tools to create a graph:  Datasheet - smaller version of a spreadsheet  Chart type - line, bar, pie, etc.  Legend - key to the chart’s data 2 2 legend Part of a chart that identifies the different data in the chart. (pg. 332) Microsoft PowerPoint APPLICATIONS USED

37. Unit Presentation Enhance a Presentation pg. 332–333 Exercise 2-3 Create a Graph 2 2

38. Unit Presentation Enhance a Presentation pg. 334–335 Exercise 2-4 Apply Transitions and Animation In this exercise you will apply transitions between slides and apply a custom animation to the text on all of your slides. You can use transitions and animation in a PowerPoint presentation to attract the audience’s attention. Here are some guidelines for using these special effects:  Use animation sparingly and for impact.  Apply only one style of slide transition in a presentation.  Use transitions and animation to help the audience understand the content, not just to entertain. 2 2 transition An effect that occurs when you move from one slide to the next. (pg. 334) animation Effects that are used to display text or other objects on a slide. (pg. 334) Microsoft PowerPoint APPLICATIONS USED

39. Unit Presentation Enhance a Presentation pg. 336–338 Exercise 2-5 Add Sounds and Graphics 2 2 Microsoft PowerPoint APPLICATIONS USED 7D Vehicle Choice2 7E Vehicle Choice3 DATA FILES USED In this exercise you will add a sound file to the end of your presentation. You will also add pictures of the cars players can choose in your game: Sound can:  Provide impact when displaying a specific slide  Set the mood for an entire presentation  Serve as background music Graphics that can add interest and appeal include:  Drawings  Paintings  Photographs

40. Unit Presentation Enhance a Presentation Project Assessment List What are at least three guidelines to remember when using lists in a PowerPoint presentation? Possible answers include:  Use a bulleted list when the order of items is not important.  Use a numbered list when the items need to be in order.  Use four to six statements per screen.  Use short statements that the speaker can explain in more detail during the presentation.  Use a font that is easy to read. 2 2

41. Unit Presentation Enhance a Presentation Project Assessment Identify Match each PowerPoint feature on the left with its effect on the right. 1. table 2. chart 3. transition 4. animation The correct answers are 1. table / D. organizes data in rows and columns 2. chart / A. communicates information visually 3. transition / B. moves from one slide to the next 4. animation / C. displays text with a special effect 2 2 A. communicates information visually B. moves from one slide to the next C. displays text with a special effect D. organizes data in rows and columns

42. Unit Presentation Enhance a Presentation Project Assessment Summarize What are seven different elements you can add to a PowerPoint presentation to make it more visually appealing? Possible answers include:  Lists (bulleted or numbered)  Tables  Charts  Transitions  Animation 2 2  Sound  Graphics  Diagrams  WordArt  Animated graphics

43. Unit Presentation Deliver a Presentation Exercise 3-1  Create speaker’s notes  Delete slides  Proofread your slides Exercise 3-2  Print handouts  Print speaker’s notes Exercise 2-3  Save your presentation as a Web page  View your presentation online pg. 342–351 Key Terms speaker’s notes handouts 3 3

44. Unit Presentation Deliver a Presentation pg. 343–344 Exercise 3-1 Prepare for the Presentation In this exercise you will prepare for your presentation by creating speaker’s notes, deleting a slide that is no longer necessary, and checking your slides for any errors in spelling or grammar. PowerPoint lets you create speaker’s notes to go along with your slide show. When printed, speaker’s notes appear as text above small pictures of the slides in the presentation, which can be used:  To pass out to the audience  For your own reference 3 3 Microsoft PowerPoint APPLICATIONS USED speaker’s notes Notes a presenter uses when discussing each slide shown in a presentation. (pg. 343)

45. Unit Presentation Deliver a Presentation pg. 345–346 Exercise 3-2 Print Handouts and Speaker’s Notes In this exercise you will print out handouts for the audience and print your own speaker’s notes. 3 3 Microsoft PowerPoint APPLICATIONS USED

46. Unit Presentation Deliver a Presentation pg. 345–346 Exercise 3-2 Print Handouts and Speaker’s Notes For a presentation, you can distribute handouts of your slide show. Handouts serve several purposes:  They provide a convenient place for audience members to take notes.  They allow audience members to take away a copy of the presentation. 3 3 handouts Printed versions of a PowerPoint slide show. (pg. 345)

47. Unit Presentation Deliver a Presentation pg. 345–346 Exercise 3-2 Print Handouts and Speaker’s Notes PowerPoint handouts show one to nine slides on a page. A popular handout layout has:  Three slides on a page  Place for taking notes next to each slide 3 3

48. Unit Presentation Deliver a Presentation pg. 347–348 Exercise 3-3 Publish as a Web Page In this exercise you will save your Road Rally presentation as a Web page, then open it in a browser and view it as a slide show. PowerPoint lets you easily publish a presentation as a Web page. To do this, you need the following:  Access to the Internet or other network  A location to publish the presentation, like a Web server 3 3 Microsoft PowerPoint, Internet Explorer APPLICATIONS USED

49. Unit Presentation Deliver a Presentation pg. 347–348 Exercise 3-3 Publish as a Web Page When you view a presentation with a Web browser, you can:  View any slide  Link to other pages in the presentation  Link to external Web pages  View animations  Hear sound 3 3

50. Unit Presentation Deliver a Presentation, pg. 342–351 Project Assessment Define What are speaker’s notes? Speaker’s notes are notes a presenter uses when discussing each slide that is shown during a presentation. Speaker’s notes can be entered in the notes pane below each slide in a presentation and then printed for reference. 3 3

51. Unit Presentation Deliver a Presentation, pg. 342–351 Project Assessment Identify and Explain The following are four statements about PowerPoint handouts. Which statement is not true? Why? 1. Handouts provide a convenient place for audience members to take notes. 2. Handouts are an electronic version of a slide show. 3. Handouts allow audience members to take away a copy of a presentation. 4. Handouts show between one and nine slides on a page The correct answer is: 2. Handouts are an electronic version of a slide show. Handouts are a printed, rather than electronic, version of a slide show. 3 3

52. Unit Presentation Deliver a Presentation, pg. 342–351 Project Assessment Analyze Name one possible advantage of publishing a PowerPoint presentation as a Web page over showing it to an audience using a projector. Possible answers include:  You can reach a much larger audience on the Internet.  You can be in a different location than the audience.  You do not need a projector or a large screen. 3 3

53. Unit Presentation Presentations Unit Assessment Double- check your knowledge of classroom technology. Go to the Online Learning Center at concepts.glencoe.com. Choose e-Review Quizzes and take the Unit 7 Tech Assess Quiz. concepts.glencoe.com Unit Assessment Evaluate Why is it important to learn technology skills in school? People use technology skills for many different jobs. Many employers offer training, but most would rather hire someone who already has basic computer skills.

54. Unit Presentation Presentations Unit Unit Assessment Describe How can you prepare for a career in technology right now? Explain two ways. Possible answers include:  Get good grades.  Take technology-related classes.  Think about jobs that interest you.  Learn about skills and certifications you will need for the job you want.  Develop communication, problem-solving, and teamwork skills.

55. Unit Presentation Presentations Unit Unit Assessment Describe How can you prepare for a career in technology once you are out of school? Explain two ways. Possible answers include:  Search the Web’s electronic job market.  Prepare a résumé.  Create an online portfolio.  Establish a personal Web site.  Stay up-to-date with current developments in technology.  Acquire necessary skills and certifications.

56. Unit Presentation Presentations Unit Unit Assessment Analyze Why might a presentation or speech be better with the inclusion of a PowerPoint slide show? Give one reason. Possible answers include:  A slide show makes the content of a presentation more understandable by providing a visual outline of what the speaker is saying.  A slide show makes the content of a presentation more interesting and entertaining.  If a slide show is printed as handouts, audience members can take the presentation away with them.

57. Unit Presentation Presentations Unit Unit Resources For more resources on this unit, go to the Online Learning Center at http://www.concepts.glencoe.com.http://www.concepts.glencoe.com.