Overall Project Design

Using Google sites to create a Website

Purpose
The purpose of this instructional training is to effectively teach teachers how to create a
website (PLE) using Google Sites. This training will only introduce teachers to the basics of setting up a
website. The audience for this training are those teachers who do not have a Website or feel overwhelmed
by technology. The point of this training is that once teachers have established the website they can later
go back and add specifics details. The project does not go into detail on how to set up the individual
website because each teacher will use their website differently. A second training could be offered to
explore design elements such as managing the website layout or webpage design.
The website will be created using Google Sites . Google sites is simple, popular and free to
use as long as you have a Google Email. By the end of this training teachers will be able to repeat the
process and create a new website or modify the one they have already established.. The goal is teaching
the learners how to set up a Google Website. Then through guided practice, repetition, and rehearsal
students will have learned this process so they can repeat it independently or teach it to others. Finally,
having a website will enhance classroom instruction. There are many ways a website classroom can help
teachers and students. Everything from a place to post homework to links with interactive activities on
content. This training represents the first step to get teachers started.

Design choices:
Color scheme (include examples or hex numbers):
The color scheme is going to be three basic colors: blue background, black text,
white inset visual images, red/orange arrows
Black- Hex # 00000
Blue- Hex # 007e5
White- Hex # fffff
Red- Hex # ff000
Colors inside the graphics will vary.
Font styles, sizes, colors (include font style name, size, and color for each element):
In this project there is one font style. However, the font inside the insets may be
different.
Project Title: Cambria, 48, Black color, capital and lower case
Slide Titles: Cambria, 48, Black color, capital and lower case
Content Text: Cambria,- 24, Black color, capital and lower case

Training and Layout

The training for this program will be very simple. It is going to be very direct, as stated by Robert Marzano Offering Overt Instruction was the most important factor affecting students
success. ( as sited by Killian, 2015 June 17). This is going to be a face to face synchronous instruction that walks learnings thru the process of setting up their website. Basically, the learners
are going to be following a Power point presentation. The learners will be given using chrome books and the instructor will need a projector with a computer, The presentation will begin
with a description of the overall goals and the benefits to having a website. Then it will be explained that setting up a Google Sites account is very easy. Each slide is going to have a series of
steps once the class completes all the steps, a website will be completed. It is important to note that this training is going to be focused on setting up the website itself. The exact content of
how to create new pages, and manage the layout of the website will be dealt with in another training
Navigation: In this presentation students will navigate by following the directions given and shown by the instructor. Each page is different in the process to set a Google Sites account. Each
page has is part of a process to set up the site. Students will have verbal and visual displays to guide them thought the process. Usually there is a button that needs to be clicked or
information that needs to be selected to move to the next step.

Content Slide #1
Welcome
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Title: Welcome
Main Body Text: Googles Sites (Image)

*Purpose of Slide: Grab Attention.

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Narration: How many of you are familiar with Google Sites ? ( My audience has no a low level of computer literacy- responses may vary). Well, we are here today to take our first step to create a website
using Google Sites. This is a simple process. However, the goal is to rehearse this process so you are able to do it independently. Then in the future we will have a second training on using the design features
of your Website. Google Sites allows you to create and delete websites very easily. So today we are going to create one site with guided practice and the next will be done independently. This will be an
important step because it will show me that you can repeat the process independently. I usually find instructors present way too much information way too quickly. This is a problem especially if you are
below average with your computer skills. Another problem is that instructors show many options that when you go back independently, you have difficulty remembering what to do. Today we are going to keep
it simple but we are really going to learn these steps so that we do not forget them in 2 days. Today you will need paper and pencil next to your computer. Research shows learner retention is greater when we
take notes with pencil/pen and paper. (Eck, 2013). This is so we can do a little note taking. Okay, are we ready? First, let go over why we should want a website ?
Interactivity: The learners are going to need paper and pen/ pencil. This will be part of a repeated branching activity. Why? Research show that retention is better with paper and pencil (Eck, 2013). Also this
will be use in my formative assessment. The first few slides will have no electronic interactivity.

Content Slide #2
Website benefits
Title: Website Benefits
Main Body Text: Benefits of Having a classroom website
1.Keep yourself and students organized
2. Distribute resources and conduct a flipped Classroom
3. Keep absent students in the loop
4. Provide a window into your classroom for parents and community
5. Share resources with other teachers
Benefits of using technology in the classroom

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*Purpose of Slide: Motivation.

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Narration: So you want to have a website, why? ( answers may vary) Here are some reasons why all teachers need a website. Please the read the first slide for yourself. All of these reasons and more. The
benefits of technology in the classroom are endless. Also it is the 21st century, in order to be an effective teacher you need to have some technical skills. Many teachers are set in their ways. If you want to
continue teaching, and keep yourself current, then having a website is a great place to start.
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Interactivity: Part of any branching activity is having a discussion as to the purpose of this training. According to Keller, this is the relevance of the project as define by present worth and future usefulness (
sited in Larson 2014, p.175). It is important that learner know this is relevant and useful to their teaching. Starting with questions, and having discussions will be a repeated activity in this training to get the
learners interactive.

Content Slide #3
Step 1 Log On
*Learning Outcome #1: Navigate to Google Sites account and Create
Account.
Title: Step 1 Log On
Main Body Text:
1.1 Log onto your Google Account
1.2 Input Password
The District has created an account for all staff.

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Narration: This is the first step. I have broken up each step into smaller sub steps if needed. As an overview there are about ten steps to create a Google Site. This does not include designing and managing your
page layout. That would be many more steps. However, first we need to log in. Can anyone tell me, what web browser the district uses? (answers- will vary- but hopefully Google Chrome comes up) . Yes , we
have Google Chrome as our web browser which means it interfaces nicely with other Google products like Google Sites. Furthermore the District has created an account using our school email. This is nice
because it is one less step to complete when using Google sites. Okay learners, get to your log in page, type your password and press enter Class, do not forget to write on your paper step 1 Log on and the sub
steps 1.1 and 1.2. Okay class lets get ready for step 2.
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Interactivity: Class discussion of web browser will be part of interaction. Student will navigate to Google Log in page, they will input password and Log on. This will be electronic interaction. The teacher will
circulate around the classroom and help students with any issues -2-3 minutes. The teacher will wait about 2-3 minutes until everyone has done this process. Also, I will have students on their paper write step
1 Log On with sub steps 1.1-1.2.

Content Slide #4
Step 2 Navigate to Google Sites
*Learning Outcome #1: Navigate to Google Sites account and Create
Account.
Title: Step 2 Navigate
Main Body Text:
2.1 Navigate
2.2 Enter Google Sites in search field
2.3 Click on Search
2.4 Select Google Sites

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Narration: This is the second step. Class, there are many ways to get to Google sites but we are going to get their using Google Search. Everyone can find the nine box square in the corner of your browser.
This will give you access to many of the Google apps. Teachers or Learners ,please click on this box. Then click on the Google search symbol and the full page should appear as shown. We are going to type in
Google Sites in the search field and press enter. Once this is done teachers will write down on their paper step 2- navigate to google slides and all the sub steps. Alright, is everyone ready lets continue.

Interactivity:
Electronic: Students will navigate to Google Search and use it to locate Google Sites. Teacher allows a couple of minutes so everyone is on the Google search page
Physical: Students on their paper write Step 2 Navigate to Google Sites Log on and 2,1-2.4 sub steps on their paper.

Content Slide #5
Step 3 Get Started
Learning Outcome #1: Navigate to Google Sites account and Create
Account.
Title: Step 3 Get Started

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Main Body Text:

3.1 Identify Google Sites Welcome page
3.2 Click get start

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Narration: Congratulations class. We are on our way to create your website. This is step 3 . There is not much to do here. First lets all identify we are on the right page. Please look at the screen. If any one
is not here please raise your hand. Also I will ask other people to help their neighbor. A common mistake is to click the wrong item under the google search. We want Google sites not the professional site but
the basic site. Once everyone is there please click get Started. But class, before I change the screen, please write down Step 3 Get Started and 3.1-3.3.

Interactivity:
Verbal: Teacher confirms everyone is on same page/ identify Google Sites.
Electronic: Students will select/click get started.
Physical: Students on their paper write Step 3 Get Started and the sub steps 3.1 and 3.2 on their paper.
Formative Assessment: At this point student will review what they learned up to step 3

Content Slide #6
Step 4 Create
Learning Outcome #1: Navigate to Google Sites account and Create
Account.

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Title: Step 4- Create

Main Body Text:
4.1 Identify Google Sites Welcome page

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Narration: We are on step 4. Please click the create button. This will start the process. Please remember to write down this step on your paper as it will help you in the future. Now we are ready for a little
assessment, The first 4 slides had step that were all part of one learning objective: to Navigate to Google Sites account and create an account. Lets see how well we can recall these steps.

Interactivity:
Verbal; Students listen to upcoming steps and how it all connects.
Electronic: Students will click the create button.
Physical: Students on their paper write Step 4 Get Started and 4.1 Select Create.
Formative Assessment: At this point student will review what they learned up to step 4

Assessment Slide #6.1

Review Learning outcome 1
On Screen Content

Instructional procedures ( Questions, tasks etc.)

Learners will be given a piece of paper.

Assessment Type: Formative

Learning Outcome 1: Navigate to their Google Sites account and create a new site account

Learners will be asked to write the steps the last 4 slides.

Learners will have 3 min to discuss with classmates.
A whole class discussion of the steps will take place.
In this objective they must include 4 essential steps; sign into Goggle Account,
navigate to google sites, click Get Started Icon, click create button

Learners will self-correct the paper they filled out. The maximum score would
be 4/4. It is ok if they have more but they need the essential steps.

After correction and establishment of the 4 essential steps. The Instructor will
present them on the board.

Teachers will need to type the learning objectives and the essential steps as
agreed upon by the class and the instructor on a Word Document.
In order to show mastery each teacher must successfully identify 4 out of 4 to
achieve Learning outcome #1 . Essential steps are needed to reach the learner
outcome. This is shown with supporting evidence of the paper pencil document
and the typed electronic version.

Narration: Okay class, the first formative assessment will be on learning outcome #1. In this manner, we looked at a series of slides and followed a step by step procedure. Everyone should have jotted
down steps for each slide step. All of these slides fall under learning outcome #1. Learners may not look at their notes on paper but they can discuss with the person next to them. They will have 3 min with
their partner to write down the steps. Okay class 3 min have passed lets have a discussion and I will write the 4 steps to navigate to Google Sites and create a new site. Learners, please self correct your papers.
Finally do not forget, open your word document and type the learning objective with the steps in that document. The class can use your notes to help with the electronic document. Now we are ready to move
on.
Describe the question type / interactivity
The instructor is looking for 4 essential steps as major steps. Time is given for partner discussion. The Instructor and class will give both positive and corrective feed back. The instructor will put the major
steps on the board. Teachers will self correct their own paper. It is the hope that all teachers get 4 out of the 4 steps.
Written: recall/ note taking paper and pencil
Discussion: Partner discussion followed by whole group discussion and review
Self- assessment- Correcting product
Rehearsal/ Transference - typing learning objectives from paper and pencil into an electronic document.
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Content Slide #7
Step 5 Template
Learning Outcome #2: Select their templates.

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Title: Step 5- Template

Main Body Text:
5.1 Browse the Gallery for Templates
5.2 Select Template

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Narration: Class we looking at different templates. There are many different templates to select. Please go through and look at or the different temples. Remember today is just practice and once you know
the process you can easily create or deleted a website. For today example we are going to select a Blank template. This way everyone is on the same page with the same format. I am going to give you about a
minute then select the template.
Again when you are finished please write down on your paper step 5 Template and include the sub steps.

Interactivity:
Verbal: Students verbally confirm that they have selected their template
Electronic: Students have clicked blank template
Physical: Students on their paper write Step 5 Template and have include steps 5.1 and 5.2.

Content Slide #8
Step 6 Name Site
Learning Outcome #3: Name their newly create websites and site
description.
Title: Step 6- Name site

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Main Body Text:

6.1 type in Name for site
6.2 Site location set by district
6.3 Click more options
6.4 Type in a short description

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Narration: In step 6 we name the website. This is an important function. However, today we are focusing on the process. Like I have said, later on you will learn how to edit your website or to create a new
one. In fact at the end of this training you will be able to create a new website. So lets think of a generic name you can use. Type it in. If you name is a place for a specific site location. This is not necessary
right now. That is another option you can use or change later. The district already has a home site for any website you create using Google sites. Please do not forget write down your step 6 on your paper.

Interactivity:
Electronic: Students will type in name for website
Physical: Students on their paper write Step 6 Name the Site and then write the sub steps 6.1-6.4

Content Slide #9
Step 7 Theme
Learning Outcome #4: Select a theme.

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Title: Step 7 Theme

Main Body Text:
7.1 Click arrow in Theme box
7.2 Browse themes
7.3 Select appropriate theme

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Narration: The theme is an important part of your project. Follow the steps. Find the box that says select themes. Click on the arrow. This will display a series of themes for your site. Browse the selection
and click on the theme you want. Dont forget to write down all the steps on your paper. Then we are ready for the next step 8. But before we move on it is time for review #2 Lets review our steps so far.

Interactivity:
Verbal: Confirm has chosen a theme
Electronic: Students click on theme they want
Physical: Students on their paper write Step 7 Theme and sub steps 7.1-7.3.
Formative assessment: A review of steps 5 ,6 and 7.

Assessment Slide #9.1

Review learning outcomes #2 -4
On Screen Content

Instructional procedures ( Questions, tasks etc.)

Teachers will be given a piece of paper.

Assessment Type: Formative

Learning Outcome 2,3,4
2. Select their templates to their Google Website
3.Name their newly create website and site description
4. Select theme for there Website

Teachers will be asked to write the last three slides.

Teachers will have 3 min to discuss with classmates.
A whole class discussion of the steps will take place.
In this objective they must include 4 essential steps; Select template, name
website, describe site description, Select theme for website

Teachers will self-correct the paper they filled out. The maximum score would
be 4/4. It is ok if they have more but they need the essential steps.

After correction and establishment of the 3 essential steps. The Instructor will
present them on the board.

Teachers will need to type the learning objectives and the essential steps as
agreed upon by the class and the instructor on a Word Document
In order to show mastery each teacher must successfully identify 4 out of 4 to
achieve Learning outcome #2, 3 and 4 . Essential steps are needed to reach the
learner outcomes. This is shown with supporting evidence of the paper pencil
document and the typed electronic version.

Narration:: Okay class ready for the 2nd formative assessment. We have combined multiple learning outcomes 2,3, and 4. The reason for this is because they were short steps and not to limit the flow of
instruction. The Second assessment will access the class ability to recall and apply learning objectives 2,3,4. As a class, we looked at a series of slides and followed a step by step procedure. Everyone should
have jotted down steps for each slide step. Learners may not look at their notes on paper but they can discuss with the person next to them. They will have 3 min with their partner to write down the steps.
Okay class 3 min have passed lets have a discussion and I will write the 4 steps to achieve these learning outcomes. Learners, please self correct your papers. Finally do not forget, open your word document
and type the learning objective with the steps.
Describe the question type / interactivity
The instructor is looking for 4 steps as major steps. Time is given for partner discussion. The Instructor and class will give both positive and corrective feed back. The instructor will put the major steps on the
board. Teachers will self correct their own paper.

Written: recall/ note taking paper and pencil

Discussion: Partner discussion followed by whole group discussion and review
Self- assessment- Correcting product listing the steps
Rehearsal/ Transference - typing learning object and steps onto a document

Content Slide #10

Step 8 create one page
*Learning Outcome #5: Create a landing Page.
Title: Step 8 Create a Landing Page
Main Body Text:
8.1 Top- right hand corner page icon
8.2 Name new page
8.3 select a page Template
8.4 Chose a page location
8.5 Click save

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Narration: This is step number 8 which has the most step out of any slide of or Task. Here we are going to actually create a page on your website. First you will click on the icon as shown on the screen. Class,
please look at the screen. Then a box will appear in which you will name this page. In this case name it something that would be useful. On the same page you will need to select a template for this page . Each
page can have a different template I would suggest you choose the same template as when you first started. Next the location of the page can be on your main page or at the top similar to a bookmark. This is a
choice you can make. Remember after all these steps are complete. Write down Step 8 and the sub steps on your paper. Also everything can be changed later

Interactivity:
Verbal: Instructions by instructor/ questions by learners
Electronic: click New page icon, name new page, select a template, type a description of page, choose page location, click save
Physical: pencil and paper- write down steps

Content Slide #11

Step 9 Share Options
Learning Outcome #6: Select a share options and Save.

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Title: Step 9 Share option

Main Body Text:
9.1 Click on the share box in the top corner
9.2 Select Link Sharing
9.3 Click Can View in access box

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Narration: Congratulations. We are on step 9. This is the selection of your sharing option. Find the blue box with white print in the upper corner. Please click this button. A drop down menu
will appear similar to the one that I am showing you. Decide who you want to have access to your website. For this example lets select public on the web. This means anyone on the internet
can have access to your website

Interactivity:
Verbal: Confirm everyone has select a sharing option
Electronic: Students will select share button. Students select Link sharing option-open to public
Physical: Students on their paper write Step 8 on their paper.

Content Slide #12

Step 10 Review and Save
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Learning Outcome #6: Select a share options and Save.

Title: Step 10- Review and Save
Main Body Text:
10.1 Review site
10.2 Click Save

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Narration: Congratulations. This is your website. The class has create a website using Google Sites. It looks plain and simple but that is ok. Take a look at the example at the screen. We have create a website
in its basic format using Google Sites. Later we can learn how create new pages and mange the site but we have learned the process. Review the site and click save. Please write down the Slide Title Step 10
Save and 10.1-10.2 . Now we are ready for another review

Interactivity:
Verbal: Identify elements of the website that has been created
Electronic: Students will click save
Physical: Students on their paper write Step 10 Save 10.1-10.2 on their paper.
Summative Assessment after slide #12

Assessment Slide #12.1

Review learning outcomes 5-6
On Screen Content

Instructional procedures ( Questions, tasks etc.)

Teachers will be given a piece of paper.

Assessment Type: Formative

Learning Outcomes 5-6
5. Create one page as their landing page with a title
6. Select a share option.

Teachers will be asked to write the steps in the last three slides.
Teachers will have 3 min to discuss with classmates.
A whole class discussion of the steps will take place.
In this objective they must include 9 essential steps; click icon, name page,
select template, choose location, click save, click sharing option, select save.

Teachers will self-correct the paper they filled out. The maximum score would
be 9/9. It is ok if they have more but they need the essential steps.

After correction and establishment of the 3 essential steps. The Instructor will
present them on the board.

Teachers will need to type the learning objectives and the essential steps as
agreed upon by the class and the instructor on a Word Document
In order to show mastery each teacher must successfully identify 9 out of 9 to
achieve Learning outcome #5 and 6 . This is shown with supporting evidence of
the paper pencil document and the typed electronic version. Essential steps are
needed to reach the learner outcome

Narration: In the third assessment we have combined learning outcomes 5 and 6. As a class we have looked at a series of slides and followed a step by step procedure in which we jotted down steps for each
slide step. Learners may look at their notes but they can discuss with the person next to them. The class has will have 3 min with their partner to write down the steps of the last 3 slides . Class, we are
looking for all 9 sub steps because they are all essential steps to reach your Learner outcomes. After 3 min, we will review. Okay class 3 min have passed lets have a discussion and I will write the 9 steps to
navigate create a landing page with a title and select a share option. Learners, please self correct your papers. Finally do not forget, open your word document and type the learning objective with the steps.
The class can use your notes to help. Now we are ready to move on to the final test.
Describe the question type / interactivity The instructor is looking for 9 steps as steps. Time is given for partner discussion. The Instructor and class will give both positive and corrective feed back. The
instructor will put the major steps on the board. Teachers will self correct their own paper. Essential steps are needed to reach the learner outcome 5 and 6.
Written: recall/ note taking paper and pencil
Discussion: Partner discussion followed by whole group discussion and review
Self- assessment- Correcting product listing the steps
Rehearsal/ Transference - typing learning object and steps onto a document

Assessment Slide #12.2

Final Assessment
The Summative assessment will be based on 4 products which the Learners have
created or will create as part of this training

Product 1- Teachers have hand written notes of steps. (1pt)

Product 2- Teachers have created a electronic vision of these notes (1pt)
Product 3- A created website at the completion of this of course(1pt)
Product 4 Create a second website (2pts)

Learning Outcomes 1-6

1.Navigate to their Google Sites account and create a new site account
2. Select their templates to their Google Website
3.Name their newly create website and site description
4. Select theme for there Website
5. Create one page as their landing page with a title
6. Select a share option.

In order to show mastery each teacher must successfully identify 4 out of 5

points to show they have achieved all the Learning outcomes .
Assignments are graded as completed full point value or not.

Narration: Ok class lets review what we did today, during this training the goal was to learn the steps to create a website using Google Sites. This was broken down into learning outcomes. Each learning
outcome had one slide or more with various learning objectives under it. There were 3 formative assessments given. The class wrote the steps on paper and he had went through the steps. As part of the
formative assessment , we tried to identify and sequence the steps that had been taught. This was discussed, reviewed and put on the board. Students self corrected results on paper and then typed the correct
steps into an electronic document. This was a process was rehearsal in order to enhance learning.
The final Assessment will consist of 4 products. Three you have already created. This will be graded as a point each. The final assessment will be to create a new another website independently
without help. This you can label as Test 1. Please get started. When you have finished, I can check you work .

Describe the question type / interactivity:

Teacher monitor- Teacher will observe that all learners have hand written notes, typed document, and have created the first website.
Final assessment- Learners will duplicate the process. This will be done independently as a test no help can be given but they can use their notes. Students will be given about 10 min to create and apply the
steps they have learned to show they have mastered their Learning outcomes. Successful completion is (2Pts).
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