3.1 Developing Digital Content
Topic Activity
Building a Short AI-Supported Presentation
Aim of the activity
To apply digital content creation and AI tools in developing a short multimedia presentation that effectively communicates an educational concept. Learners will practice combining text, visuals, and AI-generated elements while reflecting on the benefits and limitations of AI in content creation.
Target Group
Duration
90 minutes (can be conducted in a single session or split into two 45-minute sessions)
Objective
To apply digital content creation and AI tools in developing a short multimedia presentation that effectively communicates an educational concept. Learners will practice combining text, visuals, and AI-generated elements while reflecting on the benefits and limitations of AI in content creation.
Materials necessary to execute activity
Laptop or desktop computer with internet access
Google Slides or Microsoft PowerPoint
Optional AI tools
ChatGPT (for text generation and structuring ideas)
DALL·E / Canva AI / Adobe Firefly (for creating or sourcing visuals)
ElevenLabs or Play.ht (optional voiceover)
Cloud storage or shared folder (Google Drive, OneDrive, or Padlet) for submission and peer feedback
Steps for implementation
1. Introduction (10 minutes)
o Trainer introduces the goal: to create a 4–5-slide presentation on an educational topic of choice (e.g., “The Water Cycle,” “Cybersecurity Basics,” or “Healthy Eating”).
o Discuss briefly how AI can assist in writing, visual design, and voice generation.
2. Generating Content with AI (20 minutes)
o Learners open ChatGPT or another AI text generator.
o Prompt example: “Create a short outline (4–5 slides) explaining photosynthesis for high school students.”
o Learners copy the generated text into a Google Slides or PowerPoint file, editing it for clarity and appropriateness for their learners.
3. Designing and Visualizing (30 minutes)
o Learners select a consistent slide theme and color palette.
o Use DALL·E, Canva AI, or royalty-free platforms (Unsplash, Pixabay) to add visuals or icons.
o Emphasize minimalism—each slide should have one main idea and no more than 30 words.
o Optional: use a text-to-speech tool (e.g., ElevenLabs) to add a short narration or background audio.
4. Presentation and Reflection (20–25 minutes)
o Learners present their AI-assisted slides (max. 3 minutes per group).
o After each presentation, peers provide short feedback on clarity, structure, and creative use of AI.
o Trainer leads closing reflection:
§ What worked well with AI support?
§ What needed manual improvement?
§ How can AI responsibly enhance learning materials?
Skills developed with the activity
By the end of the activity, learners will:
1. Have produced a short, coherent multimedia presentation that integrates text, visuals, and AI-generated elements.
2. Demonstrate their ability to use digital tools (Google Slides, Canva AI, ChatGPT) to design engaging educational materials.
3. Show awareness of the strengths and limitations of AI-assisted content creation.
4. Reflect on how digital and AI tools can enhance teaching and learning in their subject areas.
5. Be able to collaborate and provide constructive feedback on peers’ digital materials.
Adaptation Tips
On-site learning:The trainer demonstrates on a shared screen. Participants work individually or in pairs using laptops. Presentations are delivered live in class, followed by discussion and peer feedback.
Online learning:The trainer introduces the task via video conferencing (e.g., Zoom or Teams). Participants collaborate in shared Google Slides files. Presentations are delivered by screen sharing, and feedback is collected via chat or breakout groups.
Hybrid learning:In-class participants work in small groups, while online participants collaborate synchronously via Google Slides. Presentations are streamed so all participants (on-site and online) can present and comment in real time.
Methodology
- On-site
- Online
- Hybrid
Evaluation
After each presentation, peers provide short feedback on clarity, structure, and creative use of AI.
Trainer leads closing reflection:
What worked well with AI support?
What needed manual improvement?
How can AI responsibly enhance learning materials?
Links & References
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