How To: Essentials of a Good Tutorial Video

by Guy Larcom on February 26, 2019

7 ESSENTIALS:

1. CLARITY

Key Question: Is the instruction clear, easy to follow, and to-the-point?

2. Flow

Key question: Do the ideas flow smoothly from one to the next?

3. Pace

Key question: Is the instruction delivered at a comfortable and appropriate pace?

4. Cognitive Load

Key question: Does the cognitive load seem appropriate for the audience?

5. Appeal

Key question: Does the content speak to a broad audience?

6. Tone

Key question: Does the content have a neutral, friendly and inviting tone?

7. Presentation

Key question: Does the final piece have quality audio, video, and sufficient polish?

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The 7 Essentials of a Good Tutorial Video

Adobe Photoshop & Dreamweaver Online Workshops for Educators

I don't know about you, but I can use all the help I can get when it comes to creating fresh and exciting web pages and graphics. I love workshops that are free and available for me to view at my convenience. During the month of March, 2015, Adobe is offering workshops to assist educators with two of my favorite programs, Photoshop and Dreamweaver. 

Photoshop:
This image-editing tool is a must for graphic design if you want to capture the attention of anyone viewing your web pages. Adobe is offering an online on-demand workshop for educators to get you started! Yes, it's for beginners. Signing up is easy!

Here's what they'll be introducing you to:

• Reviewing the main features and functions of Adobe Photoshop.
• Following simple steps to transform a photo into a silhouette with text.
• Exploring sample classroom projects created in Photoshop.
• Connecting with a community of Photoshop users to share tips and best practices.

http://edex.adobe.com/professional-development/workshop/-photoshop/

Dreamweaver:

Here's where it gets fun! Dreamweaver is the leading design solution to design and build web projects - web pages and sites. This workshop doesn't require any past experience with the product or coding. 

Here's what they'll cover in the workshop:

• Explore how teachers and students use web pages to organize and share information related to learning.
• Learn and practice the basic functions of Dreamweaver.
• Create your first single-page website by creating and modifying HTML and CSS code using both Code and Design Views.

http://edex.adobe.com/professional-development/workshop/dreamweaver/