You have your textbook readings, articles, and videos, but there is still something missing. How do you bridge the gap in content to make sure that you are addressing your learning objectives? For some instructors, the answer is to create videos or presentations. To help you create course content, here are some tutorials on how to use some of the more common content creation tools.
Tool
Description
Cost
Microsoft PowerPoint
With PowerPoint, you can create presentations from scratch or use templates provided in the software.
Free with the Microsoft Office Suite
Google Slides
Google Slides allows you to create, edit, collaborate, and present from wherever you are.
Free
Microsoft Sway
Sway is a digital storytelling app that allows you to create and share interactive reports, presentations, personal stories, and more.
Free Windows app
Adobe Spark
Adobe Spark enables you to tell stories and share ideas. You can create three types of content: page (web page with text, images, and video), post (images for social media), or video. Check out our video tutorial on getting started with Adobe Spark Video.
Audacity
Audacity allows you to create an audio file that can be posted in any course as a podcast. Download the software to your computer to begin sharing your voice with students. Check out the step-by-step PDF guide to Audacity in the attached files.
Google Forms
With Google Forms, you can collect and organize information.
Quizlet
Quizlet allows you to engage your students with interactive study materials, activities, and games.
Canva
Not to be confused with Canvas. In Canva, you can create a free account to use Canva's drag-and-drop feature and professional layouts to design consistently stunning graphics. This tool is ideal for creating course cards and banners.