SlideHero: a teaching tool that automatically generates slides for student coursework

General Introduction

SlideHero is an online tool designed for teachers. It utilizes AI technology to help teachers quickly create slide lessons for their students. Simply enter a topic and grade level, and the site automatically generates content-rich presentations that include text, images, and interactive activities. The process is quick and easy, and can be completed in a few minutes, making it ideal for busy teachers to save time on lesson planning, and SlideHero also adapts the content to the Australian Curriculum Standards to ensure that the lessons are aligned with the requirements of the classroom. Not only does it improve efficiency, it also makes the classroom more interesting.

Function List

• Automatic generation of courseware : Enter a topic and student grade level, and AI automatically creates a slideshow with titles, content, and activities.
• Interactive activities : Provide true-false questions, fill-in-the-blanks, word searches, etc. to enhance student engagement.
• content editor : Supports manual adjustment of text, images and layouts to meet individual needs.
• Video Embedding : YouTube video links can be added to enrich the courseware.
• Share function : Generate share links or codes for easy online viewing by students.
• Multi-language support : The interface and content support multiple languages and are suitable for different regions.
• Curriculum Standards Adaptation : Optional Australian Curriculum Standards to ensure that content is aligned with teaching and learning objectives.

Using Help

SlideHero is very easy to use, no complicated installation is required, and you can operate it directly on the web page to complete the courseware creation. Below is the detailed step-by-step guide and function operation guide:

Access and Registration

1. Click the "Try SlideHero Now" button on the homepage to enter the main screen.
2. If this is your first time using it, it is recommended to register for an account. Click on the Login or Register option in the upper right corner and enter your email and password to complete your registration. After registering you can save the courseware for future modifications.

Creating Slideshows

1. After logging in, click the "Generate Content" button at the top of the interface.
2. In the "Topic" input box, enter the topic you want to talk about, such as "The Amazon Rainforest" or "Quadratic Equations".
3. Select the student's grade level in the "Student" drop-down menu, such as "Year 5" or "Grade 8".
4. Click "Generate", wait for a few seconds and the system will automatically generate a set of slides. The generated slides include title, body, pictures and interactive activities.

Edit Slideshow

• Adjustment of text : The text on each slide can be clicked and selected to modify the content directly. If the text is too long, click "Auto Size Text" in the lower right corner of the text box and the system will adjust the font size automatically.
• Replacement of pictures : The images on each slide can be replaced. Click on "My Images" in the upper left corner of the image to upload a local image, or click on "Swap" to use a new image from Google Image Search.
• Add Video : Want to make the content more vivid? Click "Add Video URL" to paste the YouTube video link and the video will be embedded directly into the slideshow.
• Restructuring of the layout : Click on the three dots next to a text box or picture to copy, cut, or change their front-to-back order.

Add interactive activities

SlideHero's auto-generated interactive activities are distinctive, for example:

• true or false question : The slides will contain questions such as "Do all animals live on land?" Students click on "True" or "False" to immediately display the answer and feedback.
• fill-in-the-blank (e.g. questionnaire or exam paper) : Provide content with blanks and students drag answers from the options below to the correct location.
• word search : Generate theme-related word search games with true-false questions to consolidate knowledge.
  These activities can be edited manually, and questions or answers can be adjusted by clicking on the activity area.

Preview and share

1. Once editing is complete, click the Preview button in the upper right corner to check the slide content and order.
2. Click on the Share icon and the system will generate an EdSlides link and code. Send the link to your students so they can view the lesson online. The code can be saved to open your lesson at any time on the EdSlides platform.

tip

• If the slide title is not centered, check the title text box and manually adjust it to the center.
• Want to make your courseware more aligned with your local curriculum? Select the "Australian Curriculum" option when generating content.
• It is recommended to try with simple topics first, such as the "water cycle", and then do complex content once you are familiar with it.

SlideHero's interface is intuitive, and there are tutorial slides to guide you through the process when you first start using it. Just follow the steps and you will be able to make professional courseware in a few minutes, which is especially suitable for teachers who need to prepare lessons quickly.

application scenario

1. classroom teaching
   Teachers use SlideHero to quickly generate thematic lessons, such as "Earth's Climate Change," and present them directly in the classroom, where students can also participate in interactive activities to deepen their understanding.
2. distance learning
   By sharing the link, the courseware is sent to distance learning students, who can view the content and complete the exercises at home.
3. panel discussion
   Generate slides with questions, distribute them to groups of students, and have them answer true-false or fill-in-the-blank questions in a discussion.
4. Parents' Association Showcase
   Teachers can use SlideHero to create introductory slideshows to show parents what is being taught and how students are progressing.

QA

1. Does SlideHero require software to be downloaded?
   Not required. It is an online tool that works directly on your browser without installing any program.
2. Can the generated slides be exported?
   Currently you can't export directly to a PowerPoint file, but you can view it online by sharing the link, or take a screenshot and save it.
3. Does it support Chinese content?
   Support. Both the interface and the generated content support multiple languages, including Chinese, and the corresponding courseware can be generated by inputting Chinese topics.
4. Is there a limit to free use?
   Basic features are free, but premium features may require a subscription. Specific restrictions can be viewed on the official website.