Final Exam Presentation

The Use of Digital Video and Media to Enhance Classroom Learning on Prezi

1. Write up your presentation

A) Briefly describe your presentation & which software you used.

We used a presentation site called Prezi, and had to create a 15 minute teachback. Some people used Slideshare.

B) On a scale of 1-10, how do you think you did?

I think I did a pretty good job, so I would rate myself an 8 out of 10.

C) If you had to do it again, what would you do differently and why?

I would probably use a different template, and try to be more creative with it. Now that I am more comfortable with Prezi, it would help me make a better presentation.

D) Describe your experience using the given software? Was it user friendly? Would you use it again? What were the challenges? Etc.

It was my first time using Prezi, so where were some challenges in trying to manipulate the program so that it would work the way I wanted it to. However, that did not take long as it was very user friendly. The challenge was that I had to learn how to do things myself.

E) How would you use this in your future classroom?

I think I would be using Prezi to be creating presentations, if time allows. I think that it is a very useful tool in creating a presentation, and will be looking to mix it up between Prezi and powerpoint. 

Week 8 Weebly Blog Entry

1. Describe the Assignment
We had to make a online portolio using Weebly. We divided the page into different sections and each section has information about us.


2. What are the benefits of having an online portfolio?
We can access it anytime we have connection to the internet. Unlike a portfolio, we don't have to carry it around because it is digital.


3. What are the features you liked about the Weebly site?
It is very user-friendly and easy to use. Also, it makes it possible for users to add pictures and links.


4. What were the challenges?
When we were creating this, the internet connection at the school was very slow. 


5. How would you use Weebly in your future classroom? 
I think I would prefer to use blogger for communication with my students. I would probably use Weebly for online portfolios.


To visit my Weebly, click here.

Week 7 March 15-21


This week we created an advertisement using flipcams and iMovie.

1. We worked on making advertisements about a new technology that isn't invented yet. We used flipcams to film them and edited them using iMovie.

2. We used functions such as titles, subtitles, music, visual effects, and so on. It was easy to use.

3. iMovie has a very user-friendly interface. It makes it easy for people to use, and has a lot of nice functions compared to movie maker.

4. I would probably use it in my classroom because it is simple and less of a headache. Whenever I need to create video clips or other times. One time would be to create a compilation of class activities at the end of the year.

5. The flip cam was easy to use, and had decent quality and long lasting battery life. It was also spacey, but it could not pause. It was also not that good interface-wise.

6. I would rate this assignment as a 7/10. It was a pretty good assignment.

Week 6 March 8-14


This week we made an online quiz.

1. We made an online quiz by choosing on two topics. We had to choose a topic about the sun or cats, and went to quizyourfriends.com.

2. This was helpful because it was a simple way for creating quizzes online. This allows students not to be restricted to quizzes inside the classroom.

3. I could use my blog to post links and things like that for the quiz.

4. This would be a 8/10. It was nice and easy, but some more features and interfaces could be added.

Week 5 March 1-7



Today we used pixton to create a comic about educational technology.

1. We made our own comic using pixton and we based our comic on technological literacy. It was an easy way to create comic strips.

2. It was helpful because it showed me a new dimension to teaching.

3. I can use this as a gallery for my work.

4. I would rate it an 8/10 because it was nice but could have mor

Week 4: Webquest via Zunal


This week, we worked on our webquest. We got into groups and picked a specific topic and created a webquest at zunal.com.

This is a picture of my webquest.
This webquest can be found at http://www.zunal.com/webquest.php?w=135489

1. The concept of this project was to teach students about the solar system in a fun, inclusive manner. We chose a topic that would be enjoyable to students.

2. We chose the solar system because it is a very interesting and fun topic for students. The learning outcome of the webquest was to make students identify all the planets in our solar system and place them in the right order. Then they will also answer questions about the solar system and solve the crossword puzzle.

3. This webquest will improve the students learning in that they will be able to have fun and learn about the solar system, and have fun using different resources and web materials.

4. The most important lesson that I learned in this activity is how to use webquests.

5. I liked this webquest because it was very easy to use and also fun for students.

6. Next time, I will try to make more activities for the webquest and I will also have more ease in creating this activity.

Week 3 February 9, 2012


Today we worked on creating our blogs. It was my first time creating a blog, and it was interesting.

1. We had to go to www.blogger.com and sign up first. Then we created our blog and added each other's
    links.

2. It is helpful to me because I learned how to create a blog and I can use the blog later as a teacher.

3. I can use the blog to post news, assignments, projects, share things from the classroom with others and
    etc.

4. Blogger- 9/10 It is very useful and simple to use once you get the hang of it. It has many uses.