Course Syllabus

đź’» Mac Skills for Students: Course Syllabus

đź“– Course Overview

Welcome to Mac Skills for Students! This course is designed to help you unlock the full power of your Mac for learning, creativity, and organization. Throughout this self-paced course, you will master essential macOS tools—from taking organized notes and recording video intros to annotating screen captures and editing media.

🎯 Course Learning Objectives

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

  • Organize & Plan: Structure notes, create checklists, and pin important files using the Notes app.

  • Create & Communicate: Record creative video intros and media using Photo Booth.

  • Capture & Share: Take clear screenshots and share targeted digital information.

  • Annotate & Edit: Use Markup tools to add text, shapes, and arrows to photos and screenshots for assignments.

đź“š Course Modules & Topics

Module

Core Tool

Key Skills Covered

Module 1: Share What's On Your Screen

Screen Capture & Markup

Screenshot shortcuts, targeted annotations (arrows/text), legible sharing

Module 2: Take Notes

Notes

Creating folders, checklist creation, file drag-and-drop, pinning notes, search

Module 3: Photo Booth

Photo Booth App

Photo vs. video mode, creative effects/filters, sharing via the "Sharrow"

Module 4: Edit Photos & Videos

Photos App & Markup

Cropping, importing media, adding shapes/labels to explain concepts

đź›  Required Tools & Hardware

To successfully complete this course, you will need:

  1. A MacBook running macOS.

  2. Built-in Mac apps: Notes, Photo Booth, Photos, and Markup.

  3. Access to Canvas to complete practice assignments and quizzes.

đź’Ż Grading & Assessment

Your grade in this course will be evaluated through hands-on practice activities and quick knowledge checks:

  • Knowledge Checks & Quizzes (40%): Short, interactive quizzes at the end of each module (Matching, Fill-in-the-Blank, Multiple Choice, Ordering).

  • Applied Assignments (60%): Hands-on projects where you submit screenshots, notes hubs, edited photos, or recorded videos showing your new skills in action.

đź’ˇ Tips for Student Success

  1. Follow the Steps: Watch the embedded tutorial videos and follow the step-by-step guides before attempting the quizzes.

  2. Practice as You Go: Open the Mac apps alongside Canvas so you can try out each button and menu as you learn.

  3. Check the Criteria: Review the "What Makes a Strong Submission?" checklist in every assignment before submitting your work.

âť“ Need Help?

If you get stuck or have questions:

  • Re-watch the step-by-step explainer videos in each module.

  • Refer to the "Student Canvas Resources" module for Canvas instructions.

 

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