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Helping Students (and Staff!) to Discover New Presentation Tools (LT130 - Presentation Tools, KGaines)

 


How to Make Your Presentation POP!

We all know about Powerpoint - but what are some other types of presentation software when you can't access Powerpoint or simply want to use/learn new technology?  

As library support staff, one of the most important things we can do is to keep up with new technology as a way to support our students and staff.  The school library is where many students go to research and create their assignments, which may include presentations.  New and experienced teachers both may have times when they need something different.  Being able to support their needs is one of our most valuable roles.  Let's look at some of the platforms available:


Powerpoint - the most commonly known presentation platform.  This is a part of the Office 365 suite and is often available to students or staff with their educational email accounts


Canva - this platform originated in Australia in 2012 but has become incredibly popular since 2020.  It is very user friendly and offers a free and a paid option.


Prezi - this platform is widely known for their presentations that feature lots of movement and graphics.  Prezi is also working with AI to help users create their presentations, a feature that may be valuable for both teachers and students.


Google Slides - this user-friendly platform is especially good for collaborative work.  Because it pairs well with other Google applications, Google Slides can be a fast track to students learning how to create presentations.



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