The Sandbox supports a variety of digital assignments through a range of online resources. We offer custom webinars, pre-recorded webinars, asynchronous online modules, Blackboard packages, drop-in support, and one-on-one digital media appointments for students.
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From road signs, to social media posts, to resumes, infographics play a substantial role in how we consume and share information. In this webinar we will show you how infographics can be used to convey complex information in a concise and visually appealing manner. We will introduce some design tips that will help make your infographic clear and legible. We will also share some freely available resources where you can gather graphics and images that you can use in your infographic without the worry of infringing copyright. Join us as we build an infographic using some free online infographic creators and demonstrate how you can turn PowerPoint into an infographic creation tool.
Please note: Attendees are expected to have a basic understanding of PowerPoint.
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Animated videos can be a fun and effective way to captivate your audience while sharing important concepts and information. Join us as we demonstrate how you can use presentation software and free online tools to create animated videos, infographics or to pitch a product or idea to potential investors. During this webinar we will also explore the use of narration in your animated videos and discuss how you can safely obtain graphics, images and music without infringing on copyright.
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Attendees are expected to have a basic understanding of PowerPoint highlighted in the webinar.
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Digital stories can be a fun and effective way to captivate your audience while sharing important concepts and information. Join us as we demonstrate how you can use Adobe Express and other free online tools, to create digital stories. During the webinar we will also explore the use of narration in your digital story and discuss how you can safely obtain graphics, images and music without infringing on copyright.
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Gain an understanding of the benefits of both blogs and websites and determine which format will best suit your project. Learn how design can be a very functional tool in communicating your message and in avoiding cognitive overload. During this webinar we will introduce free tools and readily available resources that will help you create and personalize your website or blog.
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In our changing academic and professional landscape, being able to present online has become an important skill and a great online presentation involves more than memorizing your stuff. Your delivery, composure and strong visual aids all play key factors in an impactful presentation. Join us as we guide you through the process of preparing yourself for an online presentation, including helpful tips for formatting your presentation for an online audience and for creating a slide deck tailored to an online environment.
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