PebblePad Creating a Resource

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1 PebblePad Creating a Resource Overview This guide demonstrates how to create a Resource in PebblePad. Resource Types To begin creating a resource, click the menu button at the top left of PebblePad, and select Get creative. Resources are towards the bottom of the Get creative list. PebblePad offers two types of resource that can be created; a workbook and a template. A template is a single template page, whilst a workbook is a collection of template pages. tel.northumbria.ac.uk it.helpline@northumbria.ac.uk August

2 To begin building your workbook resource for your students to complete, click Create a workbook. You are presented with three options regarding the contents of the workbook. New Template Page Creates a brand new template page to begin creating content for your students to complete. Existing Resource Adds an existing (previously created) resource to the workbook for use. Placeholder Page A page where simply a student can add their own asset. They do not complete the workbook, but merely add their own resource for review. To begin building a workbook for students to complete, select Click to create a new template page You are presented with a blank page. From here you can add content for students to fill in, complete and edit accordingly. tel.northumbria.ac.uk it.helpline@northumbria.ac.uk August

3 To begin adding a content item to the page, click + Add Content. Types of content are broken down into categories. Clicking each of these categories will open up a new menu with various content items that can be added to the resource for use. Clicking one of these content items will add it to the workbook. Types of Content The content used for workbooks present the student with the opportunity to complete, add to or edit the content. With the exception of the Hints these contents will be setup by the staff member initially before being completed by the student. This framework style approach supports the students in achieving the goals of the workbook with minimal support. Hints content which helps the user to undertake a task. This type of content does not require the student to add anything, but merely guides them. tel.northumbria.ac.uk it.helpline@northumbria.ac.uk August

4 Ratings this content requires that the user rates themselves for a particularly task or activity. Tables presents the user with a table to complete. Rubrics the student is required to complete the rubric through selection of criteria. Capabilities students are required to demonstrate their capabilities by attaching evidence or scoring their performance. tel.northumbria.ac.uk it.helpline@northumbria.ac.uk August

5 Advanced offers users the ability to digitally sign documents or add their own media. Content Properties Once the content has been added onto the resource, it can be modified using the Properties menu on the right or by editing the actual content itself. This differs from content item to content item but the principle remains. tel.northumbria.ac.uk August

6 Once your resource has been completed, ensure you save by clicking the Save button. You will however be prompted at various intervals to save. You are prompted to name the resource accordingly. To complete the save process, click Confirm. You will be regularly prompted to save. Please note PebblePad does not have an auto-save feature. You can preview your resource by clicking the Preview button. tel.northumbria.ac.uk August