Online Class: Google Slides

This course will teach you how to access and use Google Slides, starting with the basics before working its way into the more advanced features.

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17

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7

Hours
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0.7

CEUs

Course Description

Mastering the Craft: Dive into the Dynamic World of Google Slides

Amid the galaxy of digital presentation tools, Google Slides emerges as a star that combines simplicity with functionality. While it may appear as Google's response to Microsoft PowerPoint, Google Slides carves its unique niche by offering unparalleled accessibility from any connected device. It forgoes the excess frills, focusing instead on essential, robust features that equip users to craft compelling, professional presentations with ease.

Embark on a transformative journey with this course, where you'll uncover the nuances of Google Slides, from the foundational aspects to its more intricate capabilities. Beyond the mere act of creating slides, we'll guide you on harnessing the collaborative strength of the Google ecosystem, ensuring your files are seamlessly integrated with Google Drive.

What's in store for you?

A deep dive into the intuitive interface of Google Slides.
Crafting masterpieces either from the ground up or leveraging aesthetically pleasing templates.
Enriching your slides with diverse elements: text, multimedia, diagrams, and more.
Refining the aesthetics: Theme customization, intricate formatting, and dynamic animations.
Giving your presentation the edge with engaging transitions and real-time collaboration tools.
Strategies to broadcast your work, be it through print, web-publishing, or interactive sharing.

Whether you're an absolute beginner or someone looking to enhance your presentation game, this course is your golden ticket. Through meticulously curated content, rich visuals, and immersive video tutorials, we aim to mold you into a Google Slides maestro. Dive in, and discover the art of impactful storytelling using this versatile tool!

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Self-Paced
Printable Lessons
Full HD Video
6 Months to Complete
24/7 Availability
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PC & Mac Compatible
Android & iOS Friendly
Accredited CEUs

Universal Class is an IACET Accredited Provider

Course Lessons

Average Lesson Rating:

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Lesson 1: Introduction to Google Slides

This course was developed to teach you how to access and use Google Slides, starting with the basics before working its way into the more advanced features. The first lesson provides an introduction into getting started working with Google Slides. Additional lesson topics: Introduction to Google Slides; Intro to Google Slides for Kids – YouTube; Google Slides 12 Total Points

Lesson 1 Video
Lesson discussions: Reasons for Taking this Course
Complete Assignment: Introduce Yourself
Assessment: Lesson 1 Quiz

Lesson 2: Navigating Google Slides

In this lesson, we are going to discuss how to start using Google Slides. We will talk about navigating Google Slides on both a computer an Android device, then get started opening and importing files into the app. Additional lesson topics: Google Slides Tutorial; Keyboard shortcuts for Google Slides 10 Total Points

Lesson 2 Video
Assessment: Lesson 2 Quiz

Lesson 3: Working with Templates and Existing Presentations

This lesson will focus on how to work with templates in Google Slides. Additional lesson topics: How to Make Your Own Google Slides Presentation Template; Several Free Google Slides Templates For Your Next Presentation; Change the theme, background, or layout in Google Slides; Free Powerpoint templates and Google Slides themes for presentations 10 Total Points

Lesson 3 Video
Assessment: Lesson 3 Quiz

Lesson 4: The Basics of Creating Presentations

This lesson will be focus on the basics of Creating Presentations with Google Slides. Additional lesson topics: Google Slides; Change layout using slide master 10 Total Points

Lesson 4 Video
Assessment: Lesson 4 Quiz

Lesson 5: Applying Themes, Backgrounds, and Layouts to Slides

In this lesson, we're going to talk about selecting themes and layouts to apply to your slides. Additional lesson topics: Google Slides Tips; How to Import PowerPoint Templates and Themes Into Google Slides: A Step-By-Step Tutorial 10 Total Points

Lesson 5 Video
Assessment: Lesson 5 Quiz

Lesson 6: Working with Objects

In this lesson, we are going to give you an overview of working with objects in your presentation. Additional lesson topics: Become a Google Slides Artist With These Several Tricks; How to Use Google Slides Animations and Timed Transitions; Insert and arrange text, shapes, diagrams, and lines 10 Total Points

Lesson 6 Video
Assessment: Lesson 6 Quiz

Lesson 7: Entering, Editing, and Formatting Text

This lesson will focus on entering, editing and formatting text in Google Slides. Additional lesson topics: Editing and Styling Text; Add, format and modify shapes, images or text on a slide; Google Slides Formatting Text 10 Total Points

Lesson 7 Video
Assessment: Lesson 7 Quiz

Lesson 8: Inserting Images onto Slides

In this lesson, we're going to discover how to insert and format images. Additional lesson topics: How to Add Pictures and Backgrounds in Google Drive Slides; Google Apps – Creating and Embedding an Image Slideshow Using Google Slides; How to Add Images to Google Slides 10 Total Points

Lesson 8 Video
Assessment: Lesson 8 Quiz

Lesson 9: Inserting Shapes, Charts, and Other Objects

In this lesson, we are going to discuss the drawing and chart tools offered by Google Slides. Additional lesson topics: Insert and arrange text, shapes, diagrams, and lines; How to Insert a PDF into Google Slides; How to insert Google Slides into Google Docs 10 Total Points

Lesson 9 Video
Assessment: Lesson 9 Quiz

Lesson 10: Creating Tables in Google Slides

This lesson will focus on creating tables in Google Slides Additional lesson topics: How to Create and Customize Tables in Google Slides; Add and edit tables Google Support 10 Total Points

Lesson 10 Video
Assessment: Lesson 10 Quiz

Lesson 11: Adding Transitions, Animations, and Videos

In this lesson, we're going to learn how to add transitions, animations, and videos to your slides to make your presentations more captivating, interesting, and professional. Additional lesson topics: How to Insert Videos in Google Slides; How to Insert Non-YouTube Videos Into Google Slides; Adding Transitions to Google Slides 10 Total Points

Lesson 11 Video
Assessment: Lesson 11 Quiz

Lesson 12: Presenting a Slideshow with Speaker Notes and Q&A

This lesson will focus on presenting a slideshow with speaker notes with Google Slides Additional lesson topics: Working with Speaker Notes 10 Total Points

Lesson 12 Video
Assessment: Lesson 12 Quiz

Lesson 13: Publishing and Printing Presentations in Google Slides

Google Slides gives you the ability to publish your presentations to the web free of charge - or to print your presentations using your local printer. What's more, it makes it easy for you to publish or print. All it takes is a few simple steps that we will cover in this lesson. Additional lesson topics: Print or change page setup Google Support 10 Total Points

Lesson 13 Video
Assessment: Lesson 13 Quiz

Lesson 14: Sharing and Collaborating on Presentations in Google Slides

Sharing presentations in Google Slides makes it easy to work and communicate with your team. By sharing a presentation, all collaborators can work on a presentation at the same time. This lesson will demonstrate this process. Additional lesson topics: This Little Trick let you share Google Slides presentations in full screen mode; How to Use Google Slides Presentation Collaboration Tools Online 10 Total Points

Lesson 14 Video
Assessment: Lesson 14 Quiz

Lesson 15: Saving Versions and Proofing a Presentation

This lesson will focus on the Google Slide tools available for proofing and saving versions of your presentation. 70 Total Points

Lesson 15 Video
Lesson discussions: End of Course Poll; Course Comments; Program Evaluation Follow-up Survey (End of Course)
Assessment: Lesson 15 Quiz
Assessment: The Final Exam

212

Total Course Points

Learning Outcomes

By successfully completing this course, students will be able to:

Describe what a presentation software is and Google Slides capabilities are.
Demonstrate navigating google slides.
Demonstrate working with templates and existing presentations.
Demonstrate the basics of creating presentations.
Demonstrate applying themes, backgrounds, and layouts to slides.
Demonstrate working with objects.
Demonstrate entering, editing, and formatting text.
Demonstrate inserting images onto slides.
Demonstrate inserting shapes, charts, and other objects.
Demonstrate creating tables in google slides.
Demonstrate adding transitions, animations, and videos.
Demonstrate presenting a slideshow with speaker notes and q&a.
Demonstrate publishing and printing presentations in google slides.
Demonstrate sharing and collaborating on presentations in google slides.
Demonstrate saving versions and proofing a presentation.
Demonstrate mastery of lesson content at levels of 70% or higher.

Additional Course Information

Document Your Lifelong Learning Achievements
Earn an Official Certificate Documenting Course Hours and CEUs
Verify Your Certificate with a Unique Serial Number Online

View and Share Your Certificate Online or Download/Print as PDF
Display Your Certificate on Your Resume and Promote Your Achievements Using Social Media

Course Title: Google Slides

Course Number: 9770574

Lessons Rating: 4.4 / 5 Stars (515 votes)

Languages: English - United States, Canada and other English speaking countries

Availability: This course is online and available in all 50 states including: California, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, New York, Pennsylvania, Ohio, Texas, and Washington.

Last Updated: April 2023

Course Type: Self-Paced, Online Class

CEU Value: 0.7 IACET CEUs (Continuing Education Units)

CE Accreditation: Universal Class, Inc. has been accredited as an Authorized Provider by the International Association for Continuing Education and Training (IACET).

Grading Policy: Earn a final grade of 70% or higher to receive an online/downloadable CEU Certification documenting CEUs earned.

Assessment Method: Lesson assignments and review exams

Instructor: UniversalClass Instructional Team

Syllabus: View Syllabus

Course Fee: $95.00 U.S. dollars

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"It was an Helpful Experience and Course to learn and Grow from." -- Clarkie W.
"It was very helpful to learn about all of the extra features google slides has available." -- Kirsty B.
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