Introduction
This week I explored and analysed PowerPoint, Prezi and
Glogster, which can can be used to present learning or information. Each tool is capable of
interactivity and multimodal sources allowing the user to embed text audio
images and movies. I have had a lot of experience using PowerPoint throughout
my university degree but have never used a Prezi or Glogster so I was keen to
explore these technologies.
PowerPoint
Overview and
technical Aspects
PowerPoint is a slide show presentation software program,
which can be installed onto most computers and similar devices. The slides can hold text,
images, audio, movies, and other objects, which can be arranged to the users
discretion. The presentations can be printed, displayed on a computer or
presented through a smart board. Power point is user friendly and an Internet
connection is not needed to create a PowerPoint. When it comes to creativity,
options are endless and I only discovered this during and after this weeks
lecture on PowerPoint.
Classroom Application
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Teachers can use a PowerPoint to present a topic or unit of work
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A PowerPoint can be used on a smart board to take the roll in the
morning
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Students can create a PowerPoint in conjunction with a presentation or
speech
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Students can create a slideshow on PowerPoint on a particular topic
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Students can be assessed using PowerPoint to demonstrate their knowledge
on a topic.
PowerPoint in Relation to SAMR
model
Substitution
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Augmentation
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Modification
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Redefinition
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Slideshow with pictures of learners’ interests
and hobbies.
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Students create a PowerPoint and upload it to the
Learning Place
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Parents access a PowerPoint, which students have
created on the Learning Place.
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Students create a PowerPoint Slideshow and save
as a movie file then upload to YouTube for others to see and comment on.
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Prezi
Overview and
technical Aspects
Prezi is a free online presentation tool, which can be
accessed via computer or other devices and allows the user to present ideas on
a virtual interactive canvas. There is a plethora of templates for users to
choose from or you can create your own and add text, images, audio and movies.
Prezi can be overwhelming at first and difficult to navigate. Prezi also relies
on a solid Internet connection to work effectively. Once created though, a
Prezi can be very visually engaging with the help of its zoom in and zoom out
features and the option of 2.5D or 3D space.
Classroom Application
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Teachers and students can create a biography to introduce
themselves to the classroom
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Teachers can present a topic of unit of work to students
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Students can create a Prezi detailing what they have learnt
during a topic such as a Prezi on countries around the world using the world
map template.
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Collaborative tasks
Prezi in Relation to SAMR model
Substitution
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Augmentation
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Modification
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Redefinition
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Students create a Prezi about a recent holiday or
school excursion.
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Students complete assessment by creating a Prezi
on a particular topic.
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Students share Prezi to the class on a smart
board.
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Students access a Prezi from a sister school
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Glogster
Overview and
technical Aspects
Glogster is an online platform, which cab be accessed via
computers and other similar devices and is used for creating interactive
multimedia posters to present information and ideas. Glogster is not free to
use but offers users a free seven day trail. Glogster can be used by the
teacher or students and offers a variety of templates such as science
experiments or capita cites and can be modified to suit the user. Glogster is
mainly intended to be used by teachers and students within the classroom and
therefore heavily geared towards educational purposes in its design and layout.
Once familiar with Glogster it is easy to navigate and add text, graphics, audio and
movies.
Classroom Application
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Teacher can present a topic or unit of work
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Teachers and students can create a biography to introduce
themselves to the classroom
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Collaborative tasks
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Students can create a Glogster detailing what they have
learnt during a topic such as a Prezi detailing a science experiment they
conducted
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Assessment tasks
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Presentation on class excursion
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Presentation and speech to the class on a unit of work
using a smart board
Glogster in Relation to SAMR model
Substitution
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Augmentation
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Modification
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Redefinition
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Students view a Gloster to gain information
needed for an activity.
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Students improve their ICT skills whilst creating
a Glogster.
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Combine audio, Images and text and movies to
create a Glogster.
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Teacher can access and mark students work online.
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Conclusion
After
analysing each technology it is clear that PowerPoint, Prezi and
Glogster can all be used
constructively within the classroom to compliment and redefine traditional
teaching and learning activities. However, when comparing the three as teaching
and learning tools it is clear that PowerPoint is the most user friendly and
beneficial for students learning and engagement. Unlike Prezi and Glogster,
PowerPoint is free to use and no Internet connection is required. Not only can
users add links, images and text to a PowerPoint, they can also create
slideshows and upload them to the Internet to share. Prezi and Glogster are
very visually engaging and great for student and teacher presentations. All
three technologies can promote higher order thinking and enable cognitive
constructivism if used correctly in appropriately scaffolded activities. For
example, a student could research capital cities around the world then create a
Glogster using the capital cities template and share to the class. Students
could collaboratively brainstorm about topic and then create a Prezi using all
the ideas. Students could create a PowerPoint slideshow using pictures and
audio, similar to a book they have read in class.
As teachers, it is highly important our students and
ourselves are capable of using these presentation tools and that we utilise
them to the best of out ability within the classroom and create activities
revolving around them. Doing this also means that we must inform our students
of how to behave correctly online and adhere to online etiquette (ACARA, 2015).
It is essential we model how to behave correctly online so that users and
ourselves can reap the benefits of these technologies (Gedera, 2014).
Engagement with
Activities
PowerPoint-
References
Australiancurriculum.edu.au,.
(2015). Home - The Australian Curriculum v7.5. Retrieved
from http://www.australiancurriculum.edu.au
Gedera, D. P. (2014). Students' experiences of
learning in a virtual classroom. International Journal Of Education & Development
Using Information & Communication Technology, 10(4), 93-101.
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