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Create Your Own Interactive Story Creative Writing & Technology Animation
By Innovations in Technology
Reignite your students interest in reading and writing as they create a story with multiple paths and possible endings in MS Word, and then animate it using MS PowerPoint. Students get a chance to read each other’s work as they peer review it too.
This lesson is great for distance learning/remote learning. You can upload it to your school's learning management system (Google Classroom, Edmodo, Canvas, etc.) or share with students via Google Drive.
This unit includes:
1. Resources for teachers and students
2. Expectations for Story Draft
3. Story Tips (Student handout)
4. Story creation template (flowchart)
5. Peer Review Expectations
6. Peer Review Critique Form
7. Expectations for Story Revision
8. Expectations for PowerPoint creation
9. PowerPoint template with hyperlinks
This project based learning assignment gives students a fun way to express themselves using both English/Language arts skills along with technology.
This interactive story project is usually one of the lessons my students mention in their end-of-year reflection as one of their favorites. I hope your students enjoy it too!
Learning about Animation using Adobe Flash | Distance Learning
By Innovations in Technology
Learning about Animation teaches students the history and basic concepts of animation prior to them creating their own animation utilizing Adobe Flash. Another animation program could be substituted, but would require some changes to the directions for those portions of the unit.
Students being by doing guided research about the history of animation and presenting their findings in a PowerPoint or Prezi. Next, they learn about the twelve principles of animation by completing a worksheet. There is also a quiz over this material. With this knowledge about animation, students are ready to start creating their own. A short lesson on basic animation in Adobe Flash with students first watching the teacher create a bouncing ball and then completing it themselves from written directions and a tutorial, followed by another practice hands-on activity to add to and reinforce skills, leads to the culminating activity of the unit – to create a cartoon using their skills in Adobe Flash.
This lesson is great for distance learning/remote learning. You can upload it to your school's learning management system (Google Classroom, Edmodo, Canvas, etc.) or share with students via Google Drive.
Files Included with this Lesson
• Teacher Notes and Resources (includes extension activities)
• History of Animation Project Expectations and Rubric *
• 12 Principles of Animation worksheet and links to reading *
• 12 Principles of Animation quiz and teacher key *
• Introduction to Adobe Flash – Bouncy Ball Project Step-by-Step Guide, Expectations and Rubric
• Adobe Flash Practice Exercises Project Expectations and Rubric
• Create a Cartoon in Adobe Flash Project Expectations and Rubric
*These lessons are also included in Learning Animation with Adobe Edge Animate.
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Learning Adobe Illustrator | Distance Learning
By Innovations in Technology
The “Learning Adobe Illustrator” unit focuses on teaching novice students the basics of Adobe Illustrator through independent, project based learning. Students utilize a variety of resources to assist them in their hands-on learning of the program at their own pace. The “About Me” project allows students individual expression and creativity while learning the basic tools in the program. It also includes links to tutorials they can use as they need to complete the lesson. Next, students do three short “practice” lessons that allow them to expand their skills. Finally, they create their own CD cover, utilizing a template for correct size.
Files included with this lesson:
• Teacher Notes and Resources (includes extension activity ideas)
• About Me Project Expectations and Rubric
• Adobe Illustrator Practice Mini Lessons (3 lessons)
• Create a CD Cover Project Expectations and Rubric
• CD Cover Template
I've used this successfully with 7th and 8th graders who loved the creativity it involved! I hope your students will enjoy it too!
This lesson is great for distance learning/remote learning. You can upload it to your school's learning management system (Google Classroom, Edmodo, Canvas, etc.) or share with students via Google Drive.
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Digital Fashion Design Notebook (Editable) | Distance Learning
By Innovations in Technology
In this lesson, students explore the field of fashion design, using a digital notebook to compile their research and designs. In addition to teacher and student resources, the lesson includes a 22 page, editable digital notebook (Microsoft PowerPoint) which can also be shared via Google Drive and opened in Google Slides. Students can work through the lessons in the notebook at their own pace, or the teacher can assign specific lessons for each class period. Students learn fashion terminology, clothing and fashion industry trends and influences, elements of art and design in fashion, color choices, and the types of fabrics and materials used in fashions. They also create a design portfolio in the notebook, using online resources, of fashions of interest to them, creating their own “fashion line”. Additionally, they explore careers in the field, reflect on their own personal style choices and summarize their learning in the lesson.
This is a great activity for a career exploration class, Principles of Arts, A/V Technology & Communications class, Family & Consumer Sciences, Fashion Design, or any technology class. This lesson was designed for middle school (grades 6-8) but could be used in high school as well.
This lesson is great for distance learning/remote learning. You can upload it to your school's learning management system (Google Classroom, Edmodo, Canvas, etc.) or share with students via Google Drive.
Files included:
• Teacher & Student Resources
• Editable (MS Word) Student Instructions, Expectations and Grading Rubric for the notebook (two versions: full lesson instructions to let students work at their own pace, and individual lessons by page)
• Teacher instructions for each page of the notebook
• Student Digital Notebook for Fashion Design (editable in MS PowerPoint)
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Fall Pixel Art in MS Excel or Google Sheets
By Innovations in Technology
Need a fun way to introduce Microsoft Excel or Google Sheets to upper elementary or middle school students? This great lesson lets students learn the basics of Microsoft Excel (or Google Sheets) as they create pixel art using the program. First, they'll create a quick pixel art from a given example and then they'll create their own! These are also fun lessons to use if you just need something for a one day lesson.
I've used this with 7th and 8th graders who used their free time to create even more art! I hope your students have as much fun as mine did learning Excel or Google Sheets!
Materials Required
· Computers with Internet access for each student (or pair of students)
· Microsoft Excel or Google Sheets
Files Included
· Teacher & Student Resources
· Introduction to Pixel Art Lesson (Microsoft Excel project) with tutorial
· Introduction to Pixel Art Lesson (Google Sheets project) with tutorial
· Legends and Sample Pictures for 2 Example and 7 Additional Pictures including:
o Example 1: Rake
o Example 2: Acorn
o Easy Picture 1: Smore
o Easy Picture 2: Sweater
o Picture 1: Bonfire
o Picture 2: Hot Chocolate
o Picture 3: Fall Leaf
o Picture 4: Fall Sunset
o Picture 5: Fall Trees
· Full Excel editable files for all pixel art projects (note: these can be opened in Google Sheets too)
Approximate Lesson Duration:
· 1-2 (50 minute) class period(s) (but your students will probably want to work on it longer!)
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Sports Themed Pixel Art in MS Excel or Google Sheets | Distance Learning
By Innovations in Technology
Need a fun way to introduce Microsoft Excel or Google Sheets to upper elementary or middle school students? This great lesson lets students learn the basics of Microsoft Excel (or Google Sheets) as they create pixel art using the program. First, they'll create a quick pixel art from a given example and then they'll create their own! These are also fun lessons to use if you just need something for a one day lesson.
This sports themed collection of pixel art includes these pictures:
Bowling Pin
Golf Course
Basketball
Helmet
Ice Skate
Golf Bag and Clubs
Skateboard
Football
Trophy
Baseball and Mitt
I've used this with 7th and 8th graders who used their free time to create even more art! I hope your students have as much fun as mine did learning Excel or Google Sheets!
This lesson is great for distance learning/remote learning. You can upload it to your school's learning management system (Google Classroom, Edmodo, Canvas, etc.) or share with students via Google Drive.
Materials Required
Computers with Internet access for each student (or pair of students)
Microsoft Excel or Google Sheets
Files Included
Teacher & Student Resources
Introduction to Pixel Art Lesson (Microsoft Excel project) with tutorial
Introduction to Pixel Art Lesson (Google Sheets project) with tutorial
Legends and Sample Pictures for 8 Additional Pictures (10 total)
Full Excel (2016) editable files for all pixel art projects (note: these can be opened in Google Sheets too)
Approximate Lesson Duration:
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Music Themed Pixel Art in Microsoft Excel or Google Sheets | Distance Learning
By Innovations in Technology
Need a fun way to introduce Microsoft Excel or Google Sheets to upper elementary or middle school students? This great lesson incorporates music themed art as students learn the basics of Microsoft Excel or Google Sheets. First, they'll create a quick pixel art from a given example and then they'll create their own! These are also fun lessons to use if you just need something for a one day lesson.
This lesson is great for distance learning/remote learning. You can upload it to your school's learning management system (Google Classroom, Edmodo, Canvas, etc.) or share with students via Google Drive.
Files Included
• Teacher & Student Resources
• Introduction to Pixel Art Lesson (Microsoft Excel project) with tutorial
• Introduction to Pixel Art Lesson (Google Sheets project) with tutorial
• Legends and Sample Pictures for 6 Additional Pictures
• Full Excel (2016) editable files for all pixel art projects (note: these can be opened in Google Sheets too)
Contains instructions and samples for these pixel art designs:
Samples
Sample 1: Treble Clef
Sample 2: Headphones
Additional Pictures
Picture 1: Bass Clef
Picture 2: Harp
Picture 3: Keyboard
Picture 4: Snare Drum
Picture 5: Music Notes
Picture 6: Guitar
I've used this with 7th and 8th graders who used their free time to create even more art! I hope your students have as much fun as mine did learning Excel!
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Create Infographics using Piktochart - Internet Research | Distance Learning
By Innovations in Technology
In this lesson, students learn more about what makes an effective infographic as they analyze existing infographics and then create their own. Included with the lesson is a Microsoft PowerPoint presentation for whole class instruction (editable) to learn about infographics and analyze them as a class. Infographics with discussion questions are included in the PowerPoint. Next, students choose a topic of interest, research their topic and then create an infographic using Piktochart (www.piktochart.com), a free Web 2.0 tool that does not require download. A Quick Start Guide for the program is included to help students navigate the program. Topic suggestions are included in the teacher/student resource material. These infographics look great printed and displayed in the hallways!
This lesson was designed for middle school (grades 6-8) but could be used in upper elementary grades or high school as well. It can be used for any subject that wants to incorporate technology in a lesson.
This lesson is great for distance learning/remote learning. You can upload it to your school's learning management system (Google Classroom, Edmodo, Canvas, etc.) or share with students via Google Drive.
Files included:
• Teacher & Student Resources
• Infographics Presentation (whole class with discussion questions) in MS PowerPoint (editable)
• Research worksheet (two versions – for individual or teams)
• Infographic Project: Student expectations, instructions and grading rubric
• Quick start tutorial for Piktochart
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Design & Build a Treehouse - STEM Project
By Innovations in Technology
The Design & Build a Treehouse STEM Project utilizes allows students to build skills utilizing the engineering design process and CAD along with skills in Internet research, reading, writing and critical thinking. In these projects, students research information about treehouse design as well as utilizing math skills. They create a scale model drawing of a treehouse individually using Sketchup (CAD) and brainstorm with their team to determine the best design from their group to actually build a model using specific provided materials that they “purchase” using a set budget. The goal is to build a safe, attractive treehouse within the specified constraints and within their budget. They present their projects to the class, critiquing the other groups. Finally, they reflect on their learning and the dynamics of their team to complete the project.
Editable (modifiable) files are included so that teachers can modify the supply list to suit the materials they have available and to adapt the project if they choose. The project was created for grades 7-8 but could easily be adapted for younger or older students.
Materials Required
Project Duration (approximate)
Overview of the Project & Team Planning: 1-2 (50 minute) class periods
Individual Sketchup/CAD drawing creation: 2-4 (50 minute) class periods
Building treehouse model with group (includes informal testing and revisions):
3-5 (50 minute) class periods
Treehouse Group presentation and critique: 1 (50 minute) class period
Written individual reflection: 1/2 (50 minute) class period
Files Included with this Lesson
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Back to School Pixel Art in Microsoft Excel or Google Sheets | Distance Learning
By Innovations in Technology
Need a fun way to introduce Microsoft Excel or Google Sheets to upper elementary or middle school students? This great lesson incorporates back to school themed art as students learn the basics of Microsoft Excel or Google Sheets. First, they'll create a quick pixel art from a given example and then they'll create their own! These are also fun lessons to use if you just need something for a one day lesson. Perfect for the beginning of the school year too.
This lesson is great for distance learning/remote learning. You can upload it to your school's learning management system (Google Classroom, Edmodo, Canvas, etc.) or share with students via Google Drive.
Files Included
• Teacher & Student Resources
• Introduction to Pixel Art Lesson (Microsoft Excel project) with tutorial
• Introduction to Pixel Art Lesson (Google Sheets project) with tutorial
• Legends and Sample Pictures for 8 Additional Pictures
• Full Excel (2016) editable files for all pixel art projects (note: these can be opened in Google Sheets too)
Contains instructions and samples for these pixel art designs:
Samples
1 - Box of Crayons
2 – Calculator
Easy
1 – Apple
2 – Lunch Bag
Additional Pictures
1 – School Bus
2 – Pencil
3 – Combination Lock
4 - Scissors
5 – Stapler
6 – Composition Book
I've used this with 7th and 8th graders who used their free time to create even more art! I hope your students have as much fun as mine did learning Excel!
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By Innovations in Technology
This project utilizes research skills, MS Word, and Sketchup (free CAD software download) to allow students to build skills in those programs along with skills in Internet research, reading, writing and critical thinking. In these projects, students research information about the history of skyscrapers, designs and changes to those designs over time, and the physics behind them. They create a scale model drawing of an existing skyscraper using Sketchup (CAD) and then design their own. Next, they brainstorm with their team to determine the best design to build from provided materials. Finally, they reflect on their learning and the dynamics of their team to complete the project. The project was created for grades 7-8 but could easily be adapted for younger or older students.
Files Included with this Lesson
• Teacher Notes and Resources
• Introduction to Skyscrapers Research project (includes answer key)
• Learning More about Skyscrapers Research project (includes answer key)
• Team Sign Up Sheet
• Skyscraper Replication - Sketchup (CAD) drawing project expectations and rubric
• Skyscraper Unique Design – Sketchup (CAD) drawing project expectations and rubric
• Team Building Project Expectations and Rubric
• Team Sign Up Sheet
• Written Reflection Assignment (MS Word or other word processing)
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What Will My Car Cost? - A Project in Microsoft Excel | Distance Learning
By Innovations in Technology
The “What Will My Car Cost?” project allows students to build skills in Internet research and critical thinking as they research costs for a car and then compute and compare payment options using Microsoft Excel. First, students research the cost for two car options (one used and one new) and then compare financing and payment options for these using formulas in Microsoft Excel. The step-by-step directions were created for Microsoft Excel 2016, but could easily be used with earlier versions of the software. Editable templates and samples are provided for both Microsoft Excel 2016 and earlier versions (2007-2013).
The project was created for grades 7-8 but could easily be adapted for high school students.
This lesson is great for distance learning/remote learning. You can upload it to your school's learning management system (Google Classroom, Edmodo, Canvas, etc.) or share with students via Google Drive.
Files Included with this Lesson
• Teacher Notes and Resources
• Student Project Overview, Expectations & Rubric - Research & Excel Project
• Student Step-by-Step Guide - Excel Project
• MS Excel Template “What Will My Car Cost” Project for use in differentiation (Two Editable Microsoft Excel files with formulas – one for version 2016; one for earlier versions 2007-2013)
• Sample “What Will My Car Cost?” Project (Two Editable Microsoft Excel files with formulas – one for version 2016; one for earlier versions 2007-2013)
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Creating an Animated Gif in Adobe Photoshop | Distance Learning
By Innovations in Technology
Creating an Animated Gif in Adobe Photoshop is a project for students with basic knowledge of some of the common Adobe Photoshop commands. The project includes step-by-step instructions to guide students through the project of turning photos or clip art into an animated Gif. A sample project is provided for reference in both .psd (Photoshop format) and as a finished .gif.
This is a fun activity that shows students some additional features in Adobe Photoshop while improving their skills with basic commands. Created for an 8th grade Information Technology class, this project would be suitable for students in grades 6-12.
This lesson is great for distance learning/remote learning. You can upload it to your school's learning management system (Google Classroom, Edmodo, Canvas, etc.) or share with students via Google Drive.
Files Included with this Lesson
• Teacher Notes and Resources
• Adobe Photoshop Quick Start Tutorial & Instructions
• Adobe Photoshop Animated Gif Project Expectations & Rubric
• Sample Project (Photoshop files and finished Gif included)
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Space Station Design: Aerodynamics, Flight & Space | Distance Learning
By Innovations in Technology
The “Aerodynamics, Flight & Sustainable Life” project utilizes research skills, MS PowerPoint, and Sketchup (free CAD software download) to allow students to build skills in those programs along with skills in Internet research, reading, writing and critical thinking. In these projects, students research information about the history of aerodynamics, Newton’s Laws of flight and the physics behind them. They replicate a scale model drawing of a NASA space vehicle using Sketchup (CAD) and then research and design their own space station or community that will fully sustain life in space.
The project was created for grades 7-8 but could easily be adapted for younger or older students.
This lesson is great for distance learning/remote learning. You can upload it to your school's learning management system (Google Classroom, Edmodo, Canvas, etc.) or share with students via Google Drive.
Files Included with this Lesson
• Teacher Notes and Resources
• Aerodynamics History PowerPoint project Expectations and Grading Rubric
• Newton’s Laws Research Questions (includes answer key)
• Recreating a NASA Space Vehicle in Sketchup Project Expectations and Grading Rubric
• Project Samples for NASA Vehicle
• Designing a Space Station or Community in Sketchup Project Expectations and Grading Rubric
• Project Samples for Space Station/Community
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The Impact of Inventions on Society | Distance Learning
By Innovations in Technology
This project based learning unit is perfect for middle school (6-8) classes that focus on careers, technology, history or CTE.
Unit Lesson Plans include:
1. Unit Plan, Teacher & Student Resources
2. History of Inventions Timeline Project (Web 2.0 – www.tiki-toki.com)
3. Exploring Inventions Project (PowerPoint)
4. Researching an Inventor (Web 2.0 – www.weebly.com)
Students create a timeline to show a century of inventions of their choice and make real-world connections in how those inventions influenced our history and society. Next, they choose five different inventions in different categories to explore in depth and create a PowerPoint. Finally, students research an inventor of interest and create a web page about them and their inventions, further connecting their learning to their own world and giving it an authentic audience.
My 7th graders loved sharing their research with each other and challenged each other to "think outside the box" as they gained a better understanding of technology and history. I know your students will enjoy this too!
This lesson is great for distance learning/remote learning. You can upload it to your school's learning management system (Google Classroom, Edmodo, Canvas, etc.) or share with students via Google Drive.
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Design and Build a Cruise Ship - STEM and Engineering Group Project
By Innovations in Technology
This project lets students learn about the engineering and design of ocean liners and cruise ships as they research and design one with their team. After introducing the lesson with a short video (link included in resources), students work with their team to research information about the design and engineering involved in ship building from early times, including the Titanic, through the modern cruise ships of today. Then, they brainstorm together to determine what features they would include in their own “ship of dreams”. Next, they plan their design and create their own modern cruise ship to scale in Sketchup (a free CAD software program, download available at: https://www.sketchup.com/download ). Finally, they build a model of their ship using recycled materials, following the Engineering Design Process with their team. After completing their ship, students present their project to the class and explain their design choices. Finally, students reflect on and summarize their learning with short answers to questions about the experience and what they learned.
This lesson was created for 7th and 8th grade, but could also be used successfully in upper elementary grades or high school as well.
Files included:
• Teacher & Student Resources
• Team Sign Up Sheet
• Team Planning Sheet
• Ship Engineering & Design Research Project – Student Questions and Answer Key (editable digital and print versions)
• Ship Design in Sketchup Project - Student Instructions, Expectations and Grading Rubric
• Ship Building Project – Student Instructions, Expectations and Grading Rubric
• Engineering Design Process Planning Sheet (editable digital and print versions)
• Reflection Questions (editable digital and print versions)
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Animal Pixel Art in Microsoft Excel or Google Sheets | Distance Learning
By Innovations in Technology
Need a fun way to introduce Microsoft Excel or Google Sheets to upper elementary or middle school students? This great lesson incorporates animal themed art as students learn the basics of Microsoft Excel or Google Sheets. First, they'll create a quick pixel art from a given example and then they'll create their own! These are also fun lessons to use if you just need something for a one day lesson.
This lesson is great for distance learning/remote learning. You can upload it to your school's learning management system (Google Classroom, Edmodo, Canvas, etc.) or share with students via Google Drive.
Files Included
• Teacher & Student Resources
• Introduction to Pixel Art Lesson (Microsoft Excel project) with tutorial
• Introduction to Pixel Art Lesson (Google Sheets project) with tutorial
• Legends and Sample Pictures for 6 Additional Pictures
• Full Excel (2016) editable files for all pixel art projects (note: these can be opened in Google Sheets too)
Includes instructions and samples for these pixel art designs:
Samples
Sample 1: Duck
Sample 2: Pig
Additional Pictures
Picture 1: Penguin
Picture 2: Turtle
Picture 3: Dog
Picture 4: Bird
Picture 5: Fish in bowl
Picture 6: Kitten
I've used this with 7th and 8th graders who used their free time to create even more art! I hope your students have as much fun as mine did learning Excel!
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Learning to Use Microsoft PowerPoint - Beginner Lessons | Distance Learning
By Innovations in Technology
The “Learning MS PowerPoint” Beginner Lessons start students with no previous knowledge of Microsoft PowerPoint on a path of learning the most important and frequently used commands to give them a quick start.
Each lesson has a short, step-by-step tutorial that includes screenshots to walk students through the new tools they will use in the lesson. Then, they are given a creative task to solve, using those skills to create a presentation. There are four lessons, each taking no more than two (50 minute) class periods.
Versions of the lesson are included for MS PowerPoint 2013/2016, and Office 365 (MS PowerPoint 2019).
This lesson was created for middle school students (grades 6-8) but could also be used for upper elementary or high school students.
This lesson is great for distance learning/remote learning. You can upload it to your school's learning management system (Google Classroom, Edmodo, Canvas, etc.) or share with students via Google Drive.
Files Included with this Lesson
• Teacher Notes and Resources
• 4 Mini Lessons with Tutorial and Creative Project including rubrics
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Summer Pixel Art in Microsoft Excel or Google Sheets | Distance Learning
By Innovations in Technology
Need a fun way to introduce Microsoft Excel or Google Sheets to upper elementary or middle school students? This great lesson incorporates Summer themed art as students learn the basics of Microsoft Excel or Google Sheets. First, they'll create a quick pixel art from a given example and then they'll create their own! These are also fun lessons to use if you just need something for a one day lesson.
This lesson is great for distance learning/remote learning. You can upload it to your school's learning management system (Google Classroom, Edmodo, Canvas, etc.) or share with students via Google Drive.
Files Included
• Teacher & Student Resources
• Introduction to Pixel Art Lesson (Microsoft Excel project) with tutorial
• Introduction to Pixel Art Lesson (Google Sheets project) with tutorial
• Legends and Sample Pictures for 6 Additional Pictures
• Full Excel (2016) editable files for all pixel art projects (note: these can be opened in Google Sheets too)
Includes instructions and samples for these pixel art designs:
Samples
1 – Watermelon
2 – Beach Umbrella
Easy
1 – Sunglasses
2 – Pail and Shovel
Additional Pictures
1 – Beach Ball
2 – Sandals
3 – Ice Cream Bar
4 – Ice Cream Cone
5 – Sandcastle
6 – Summer Sun
I've used this with 7th and 8th graders who used their free time to create even more art! I hope your students have as much fun as mine did learning Excel!
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Technology Theme Pixel Art Microsoft Excel or Google Sheets | Distance Learning
By Innovations in Technology
Need a fun way to introduce Microsoft Excel or Google Sheets to upper elementary or middle school students? This great lesson incorporates technology themed art as students learn the basics of Microsoft Excel or Google Sheets. First, they'll create a quick pixel art from a given example and then they'll create their own! These are also fun lessons to use if you just need something for a one day lesson.
This lesson is great for distance learning/remote learning. You can upload it to your school's learning management system (Google Classroom, Edmodo, Canvas, etc.) or share with students via Google Drive.
Included in this download:
• Teacher & Student Resources
• Introduction to Pixel Art Lesson (Microsoft Excel project) with tutorial
• Introduction to Pixel Art Lesson (Google Sheets project) with tutorial
• Legends and Sample Pictures for 6 Additional Pictures
• Full Excel (2016) editable files for all pixel art projects (note: these can be opened in Google Sheets too)
Includes instructions and samples for these pixel art designs:
Sample Pictures
- Mouse
- Hourglass
Additional Pictures
- Floppy Disk
- Cell Phone
- CD
- Computer
- Camera
- iPad
I've used this with 7th and 8th graders who used their free time to create even more art! I hope your students have as much fun as mine did learning Excel!
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