The Basics of the Slide Editor

The Slide Editor is a powerful tool used to create and edit presentations. It can be reached through the Editor Button when making a new post, or by clicking the gear above a post, then selecting Edit Presentation, if a post already has a presentation. When the tool opens, on the left hand side of the screen there will be a variety of tools. Hovering over a tool will highlight it and show the name. 

Creating your First Post

In this video, we will be talking about creating your very first post. This video talks about basic movement around the website, navigation to a studio and creating content on the website. After this post, consider checking out other videos such as Making the Most Out of Your Posts to get a more advanced look into the editor.

Creating your First Presentation

In this video, we will be talking about creating your very first presentation. We will go over basic navigation to a new presentation, creating new content and finally going over the tools available.  After this post, consider checking out other tutorials, such as the Types of Content tab or check out the master list of Slide Editor Tools to get a more advanced look into the Slide Editor.

STEP 1: In the top-right corner, click the word "login." 

STEP 2: When the black menu appears, click "reset password," enter your email address, and then click "Send Password Reset Link."

STEP 3: Check your email account for an email from NuVu. Be sure to check your junk email folder as well if you don't see the email in your inbox. Follow the instructions in the email to reset your password.

STEP 4: You should now see your name in the top right corner. Success! (your screen will look slightly different than mine). 

Logging in with Google Authentication 

1. Head to the top right and click on Log In
2. Click on Log in with Google Authentication and you'll be brought to the Google Log in page
3. Choose an account that is registered on our website. This should be your school email or whatever email you signed up to our site with. If you use an email that is not registered in our system, you will encounter an error.

   
   

   

Description

Presentations are the story of your project - from early sketches and inspiration, through prototypes and more developed ideas, presentations highlight the pieces of the process that led each student to their latest project.

In this activity, you will compile and create your final presentation, which will become part of your online portfolio of work, able to be shared with the public.

Instructions

The story of your design process has two components : the visual presentation and the written project description. Each component is outlined below and should be included in the same post.

Deliverable 

1: Visual Presentation

You will create a slide deck that captures the story of your design process. Follow the template outlined about and use the slide editor to best represent the artifacts that you have created throughout this studio. If new pictures need to be take, photograph them in a professional manner.

Deliverable 2: Project Statement

The Project Statement is a 1-2 paragraph project description that explains the overall idea of your project to someone who is unfamiliar with the topic. Below is a series of key points to consider as you write this final project description. Keep in mind that you should not simply put all of the answers together -- you must weave it together into a clear story. Add this to your final presentation (in the text section below your slides).

Things to consider:

The what is a clear statement of the overall idea/thesis.

The why explains how your project changes the world. It is the reason your project exists – what social issue is it engaging, who is your project helping, how does the project change the world, and what important social, intellectual, or technical questions does it raise? The scope of the why can vary widely.

The how briefly explains what technical prowess, innovative methods, or cool materials you used in your solution.

The who explains who will use your design, why they will use it, and in what context.

Think of the reader - it is good to imagine that a university admissions officer AND a potential employer in the field of your design should both be able to understand and be excited by the project based on your writing.

Prompt

Feedback is a crucial step in the design process. It exposes you to new ideas, methods, and techniques for developing your ideas further. Continuous feedback throughout the design process also creates a collaborative studio culture, where ideas are shared across projects, which leads to more exciting, developed, and innovative ideas!

Instructions

In this assignment, you will provide mid-project feedback to your peers.

You and your peers will consider this feedback as your teams decide how to proceed with their final project. Be thoughtful in your feedback, and refer to the guide below when giving feedback to your peers:

How to Give Useful Feedback:

1. Feedback should never have mean intentions! You can be positive and critical at the same time.
2. Be as specific as you can.
3. What kind of feedback would you find helpful if it were your project? Try to give the type of feedback that you would like to receive.
4. Always elaborate with WHY. Instead of just saying, "your idea is great," explain what part of their project you like, and why you think it is interesting.
5. Ask questions! If something doesn't make sense to you, ask a question about that part of the project or idea. This is a great method for getting someone to think about new ideas, different perspectives, and new approaches.

Deliverable

Select 3 project teams to provide feedback to. After reviewing their mid-point presentations, click the "comment" button to add your feedback. You may also ask clarifying questions in your comments.

Part 1: Create your Presentation

Now that your team has developed an idea using sketches and prototyping, create a presentation using the template above to share your ideas with the class. 

Your presentation will address your Transitopia vehicle's concept, function, form, materiality, and how it utilizes green energy. 

Slide 1 - Project Title and Group Members' Names

Slide 2 - Project Statement (Introduce your concept and include your project statement)

1. What will the vehicle/transit machine do?
2. What problem is your vehicle addressing?
3. What materials will it be made of?
4. How will your vehicle/machine help, assist, or interact with humans?
5. How will your vehicle harness green energy?

Slide 3 - Proposed User Profile - (Who do you imagine using your vehicle/transportation system?)

Slide 4 - Group Concept Sketches (Address your concept, function, form, material usage, green energy source, and how it interacts with people and the environment)

Slide 5 to Slide 7 - Group Members' initial prototypes (each group member should present one of the prototypes. what worked, what didn't work?)

Slide 8 - What areas are you seeking feedback on? (3 bullet points on the aspects of your project you'd like feedback on. 

Part 2 - Present 

You will present your slides to the class. 

Part 3 - Feedback + Critique 

Your teacher and fellow studio classmates will provide a minute or two of verbal feedback to you regarding your project. 

Take notes on the feedback they provide and the questions they ask. Listen more than you speak during this part of the process. It will help you immensely to consider the aspects of your project that people want to know more about. 

Appreciation comments

• Appreciate the mixed media /research /prototyping /presentation visuals or skills

Example Questions

1. What has been the largest challenge you faced during this studio?
2. Who is the audience?
3. Have you thought about X 
   1. Creating a scale model/storyboard/diagram;
   2. If more than one person could use it at a time? 
   3. If it was smaller/bigger?
4. How often (or how much time) is the project used/engaged with
5. Have you seen [reference a new precedent], this project reminds me of that!
6. Ask about a choice 
   1. "Why did you use this material?", 
   2. "Why is it that size?", 
   3. "Why is it that color?"
7. Why did you make it so abstract/literal?
   1. Propose which version you would prefer.
8. Why should I be interested in this project?
9. What is the one most important piece - if it all got destroyed what piece would you keep?
   1.  Why?
10. What obstacle seperates your project from what it and what you dream it could be?

11. did you learn something new.... maybe about you?

12.What inspired you in the spaces?

14. who would it serve the most?

15.other function for object?