Introduction
Before computers were commonplace, presenters used an easel to hold large posters, charts, graphics, or other visual aids to emphasize their main topics. Important points were highlighted through the use of a large white board with dry erase markers. In some cases, speakers would use a large, noisy slide projector to project information onto a white screen. There were no transitions, animations, or music - just a single, still picture.
Presentations are now very sophisticated. Many contain music and/or sounds, live or pre-recorded video, animations, special effects and eye-catching layouts. The cost of computers, projectors, and software has dropped so dramatically that home use for the average consumer is commonplace. Presentation programs that were formerly very expensive and used just in professional settings are now used at birthday parties, weddings, graduations, etc. Most presentation software is very user-friendly, easily accessible, and available at a low cost or even free.
Following successful completion of this lesson, students will be able to...
- Develop a presentation using effective communication skills and advanced features of multimedia, including use of effects, animation, photo, video, and audio.
Essential Questions
- How do I create a presentation using effective communication skills and advanced features of multimedia, including use of effects, animation, photo, video, and audio?
Enduring Understandings
- The appropriate choice and creative use of media allows us to communicate effectively.
- Office applications (database, spreadsheet, word processing, presentation) are universal tools for communicating information in personal, professional and educational settings.
The above objectives correspond with the Alabama Course of Study: Career Preparedness standards: 7b.