Blog Post #8

Looking over my PowerPoint 2 assignment, I would say that navigation is very clear and easy. My presentation begins with a title slide and then links the following pages. The navigation buttons for the same function appear in the same place consistently as well as questions, answers, and pictures. Also, the design is consistent and does not get in the way of the information. The text is in a clear font and placed against a background that makes it easy to read. Each slide has fewer than four colors and the text is short and to the point so as to not clutter the screen.

I think it is safe to say that I will use some sort of peripheral device on a daily basis in my classroom. Printers will obviously be necessary when creating assignments, quizzes, or tests. Scanners will be very helpful if I need to post information that comes from books, newspapers, or magazines on a website, much like many professors do here on blackboard. Also with scanners, I can transfer pictures onto a computer and use them in presentations or make overheads to use on a projector.

I am very glad that I learned the skills necessary to complete the PowerPoint 2 assignment over the last week. I had previous knowledge of basic PowerPoint skills but did not know how to create game boards and link slides. Being an elementary school teacher, I think that this kind of presentation will be particularly useful because it is fun for kids and keeps them entertained while they review information. I can definitely see myself using this method of presentation in subjects such as science and social studies. Studying facts for these types of tests can be very boring but making a game out of it will engage students much more and in turn help them learn more.