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Module 1: Presentation Software
Teaching and learning with presentations


 * Research uses of presentation software in your classroom
 * Research other online resources you can use in your presentations
 * Create a presentation for your classroom

PowerPoint and other presentation software are not only great for notes and lectures, but also have many other possible uses in your classroom ranging from games to animations. The purpose of this module is to expose you to the possibilities of PowerPoint and Keynote. You will explore the resources that are available to you as well as give you ideas on how to make useful presentations in your classroom.

**Class Reading Assignment:**

Search the web for helpful sites for PowerPoint and other presentation software (also review the links provided). These can be sites with templates or examples for you to use or articles about the usefulness of PowerPoint or Keynote. Copy and paste three links into our discussion area with a brief description of each site.

Module 1 Action Assignment:
You will create a presentation using PowerPoint or Keynote that will be of some use for your classroom. Make sure to include the following:
 * Insert images
 * Insert video (optional)
 * Insert sound
 * Insert audio (mp3, recording, etc)
 * Insert hyperlink (either external or internal)
 * Insert an Action Button
 * You will have time to work on this on Friday night. You will show these on Saturday**.

Your options could include but are not limited to:
 * An "about you" presentation
 * Game Show
 * Teach/Review a unit
 * Other ideas (instructor approved)

Module 1 Discussion Questions:
Respond to the discussion questions on Marian Online regarding your use of presentation programs and the general usefulness of presentation programs. Also remember to copy and paste the three useful site links into our discussion area with a brief description of each site. You must also respond to at least two other classmates.

Here are some links to get you started with your searches: [] Game Templates []
 * Weblinks: **

This site is a good tutorial and is good for your students. It walks you through several steps. []

Online Presentation Programs -- No need for software just need internet access.
With the advent of cloud computing you can create professional looking presentations online through your browser without having software on your computer. You will need an internet connection as well as a modern browser. Through these sites you can share your presentations, collaborate with others, and access them on any internet connected computer. You may have to sign up for an account which usually entails email verification. You can also import or export your presentations or send a link to others to view it.

Here are some examples:

Google Docs 280 Slides Very similar to Apple's Keynote. Slide More photo slideshow than presentation, but still neat. Prezi If you are really looking to create unique presentations, then this is the site for you! GlogsterEDU Posterize your ideas with photos, links, videos, clipart, audio, etc. SlideShare Sight to upload your PowerPoint presentation and then share it online.

Some Example presentations:
Prezi Presentation Example media type="custom" key="6432331"

Keynote Presentation Examples media type="custom" key="6740757" media type="custom" key="6740763"media type="custom" key="6740775"

280 Slides Presentation Example with embedded video and photos media type="custom" key="6432491"

A simple Keynote presentation exported to Powerpoint and shown through SlideShare. Some pictures were moved in the export process. Slideshare works well as a way to embed your powerpoint presentations online in your website. media type="custom" key="6441723"

A sample Glogster poster with audio, video, pictures, and text.

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A sample Google Doc Presentation media type="custom" key="6454307" media type="custom" key="6827755"