Well I went back to Sumopaint to see if I could have more success! I managed to layer a question and answer sheet but did still struggle with the colouring and borders and paint bucket as I was trying to add some colour for contrast.
I did find the move tool and rectangular select box easier to use this time so I could move different parts of the graphic around. I also added hints. I was going for the ‘callout’ look where the hints were in a different colour and at the side of the page, however I don’t think I was able to quite reach that goal! I will definitely have to continue working with Sumopaint. If anything, I am starting to appreciate the effort put into creating a graphic from scratch!
The struggling students could definitely benefit from the hints and I could create a more difficult linear equation for the students who are grasping the concepts much more quickly. I could also look into creating more layers when it comes to solving equations and having each of the different steps in a different layer, similar to Abbi’s graphic last week but with layering.
I really like the idea you came up with. You could even do it as 3 different layers. The first one the question, the second layer the question with the hints and then finally the last layer with the question, hints, and answers.
Abbi
Hi Markku,
Each software (online or client-based) has it’s own learning curve. It can be quite a struggle the first time through but the time will pay off if you return to the tool.
This works well as a demonstrator. Often you can do a Google search for the quick answer to your formatting issue. I’m not sure how popular SumoPaint is and whether you’d find lots of help.