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Student Engagement Guide

This guide provides step-by-step directions and guidance on using various software tools to enhance student engagement. It will include guidance on Microsoft Office and several other tools.

PowerPoint Gamification Elements

PowerPoint Buttons and Objects in Action

This video is a quick demonstration of how to use Action buttons to create navigation and to create a PowerPoint question for students to answer. You can use this material to create games, learning pathways, etc.

Building Questions in PowerPoint for students to answer

Exporting a PowerPoint with Action Objects

Action Buttons in PowerPoint

Action buttons are interactive elements in PowerPoint that allow you to navigate slides, trigger animations, or link to external content with just a click. They can be used to create dynamic and user-friendly presentations, especially when designing games, quizzes, or interactive lessons.

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Building Feedback Slides

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Exporting Your PowerPoint Game with Action Buttons

You must export your presentation as a “PowerPoint Show (.ppsx)”. The PowerPoint file will open as if it were a PowerPoint show.  

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