Making Effective Presentations
Last Updated on Thursday, 19 April 2012 18:23
The Internet has revolutionized the way we interact with presentations. Whether we're reviewing professional presentations on TED or preparing our own using Prezi, Slideshare or GoogleDocs, knowing what makes a strong presentation and how to craft our own is quickly becoming an expectation of students at all grade levels.
This assignment begins with the expectation that you already have a solid awareness of effective presentations strategies and techniques, and that you're ready to focus on perfecting your presentation skillset. As you move through the assignment, challenge yourself to exceed your own expectations and to grow both your ability and technical skill as you deepend your understanding of how best to present.
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Suggested Presentation Tools
Prezi.com
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Click here for Prezi resources.
Google Docs
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Google's online office platform, this website provides users with programs similar to Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint). Google Docs, however, can be logged into by teams of individuals as multiple users make use of the same Google Doc at the same time. Plus, users never have to worry about finding or losing their files. They're always online!
Click here to get started with Google Docs.
Sliderocket
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SlideRocket was founded in 2006 with the vision of building a better presentation experience, one that provides for every part of the presentation lifecycle and helps you make great presentations. SlideRocket is committed to providing the best presentation experience to individuals and businesses around the world through innovative and compelling software-as-a-service.
Click here to get started with Sliderocket.
Glogster.com
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Click here for the Glogster FAQ.
Bitstrips
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Bitstrips is a website where users can create their own comics for free. These digital creations allow users to insert speech bubbles, clipart and a variety of effects/backgrounds into each frame in order to tell a story effectively.
Click here for Bitstrips resources.
Windows MovieMaker
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This application, which comes FREE on all Windows XP machines (and is freely downloadable for Windows 7 machines) allows users to make their own movies (cut, edit, apply effects) based on video and still photographs from their digital cameras. Users can also add their own sound effects and background music.