1. Key Elements of a Tutorial

2. Key Elements Introduction Presentation of Information ContentEngagement/ActivitiesResources

3. Introduction Use a short title page State the lesson goals briefly Give accurate direction Relate what the learners will study to previous knowledge Lists national and state standards

4. Presentation of Information Presentation should be short Layouts should be attractive and consistent Avoid scrolling Use graphics for important, analogy, and cues Keep graphics simple Avoid color in text Text should be lean, clear, and have good mechanics Use appropriate organizational methods for concepts, rules, and skills

5. Content Content is written clearly and concisely Information is accurate Uses real world examples to make instruction relevant All information relates to the stated purpose and learning goals

6. Engagement/Activities Activities that motivates learners to continue learning and master concepts Requires learners to become actively engage in order to learn Text and documents need to employ multimedia enhancements

7. Resources Follow copyright guidelines All sources are identified and credited accurately Use a variety of resources – books, electronic resources, magazines

8. Conclusion The purpose of this PowerPoint for you understand the key elements of a good tutorial which will assist in creating a mathematical PowerPoint tutorial. The math tutorials created will be copied and disturbed throughout the school to assist fellow students in learning the mathematical concept depicted in your tutorial.

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