Applying layout in desktop publishing
Lesson details
Learning outcome
I can plan, create and use a template for a specific purpose.
Key learning points
- Creating an award cerfiticate requires planning.
- A template for an award certificate requires text and image placeholders.
- An award certificate requires text and image content that is specific to the award.
Keywords
Certificate - a special document that shows you have achieved something
Purpose - the reason why you are doing something
Common misconception
Creating a document, you will likely get it how you want first time.
It is common to take many attempts to create documents and make it the best possible. To make the best document, it is likely you will have to make many adjustments along the way.
Teacher tip
You may want to change the type of document you are creating, in order to make it more suitable to your pupils. Example could be flyers, newsletters or greetings cards.
Equipment
Pupils will need access to a device with software that allows editing and formatting text. Examples in this lesson use Google Slides https://oak.link/google-slides and Canva https://oak.link/canva
File needed for this lesson
Certificate templates blank 80.84 KB (PPTX)
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Prior knowledge starter quiz
5 Questions
Q1.What is meant by ‘content’ in desktop publishing?
Q2.What is the purpose of using a template when creating a document?
Q3.Put these steps in order for using a template to create a document:
Q4.What is the word for a space in a template where you can add your own text or image?
Q5.What should you think about when choosing an image for your document?
Assessment exit quiz
6 Questions
Q1.Why is planning important before making an award certificate?
Q2.Which statement about creating documents is wrong?
Q3.Match each step to its purpose:
Decide what information and images you need
Start with a ready-made layout
Show where to add text or images
Make your certificate better each time
Q4.What is a certificate?
Q5.What do we call the reason for making a document?
Q6.What should a template for an award certificate include?
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