For me, I began this project with the intention that it would serve as a resource for fellow teachers and teacher librarians in elementary school settings. I hope that when the right opportunity presents itself, I can share this work with other teachers especially those who might not know where to start when it comes to incorporating technology into the classroom and specifically to help benefit reading engagement in students.
Looking back on the process I took to complete this project it is clear to me that this project also represents my learning over the course. I realized that I was consolidating all my knowledge of different apps, websites, and ideas whole at the same time using new technology (for me) such as Prezi, and iBrainstorm. Additionally I found that I didn’t even have to think twice when inviting and sharing links, videos and images whereas before this would’ve been quite the feat for me.
As far as the medium in which I chose to present this project goes, I might consider next time using Haiku Deck for a project that requires not only images and videos for engagement but also moreexplanations. I felt a little restricted as to how much I could write in each slide. Although this is beneficial for presenting because the Prezi would act as a partner to what I would be able to say, one might be left wanting more of an explanation if they were only viewing the Prezi without an oral presentation.
So at last, I present to you my Prezi. I hope it serves to give you ideas how to incorporate technology into your reading programs to foster a love for reading. The examples I suggest have been tested on my own students in the last couple of months and weeks, and I will continue to observe and discover what engages readers, and what does not.
This was a good final blog post presenting your final vision, but to be honest, I’m still expecting the final Vision Process Blog #3 – Technological Considerations. The course has three seperate Blog Posts about developing your final vision (#1 – Rationale, #2 – Audience, #3 – Technology) and then the final post with your final vision artifact included (which is what this post is).
Perhaps you could re-wind a little bit and post #3, your technology considerations? Please take a second look at the Course Content on the website to make sure you’ve got it all covered. Email me if you need further clarification.
Aaron, thank you for bringing this to my attention. Here I was thinking I was prepared, and I overlooked this aspect. You will now see my third post. Thank you
Great prezi! I think you really used all of its features to your advantage- not too much text and just enough visuals. Thanks for all of the suggestions as well- I hadn’t heard of many of the apps and interactive sites you suggested, and I’m always looking for cool author sites to share. I think you could share that Prezi with a wide range of audiences- teachers, admin and parents… I want to show some of your suggestions to the Strong Start parents for ways to make reading fun at home. Good job!
I would like to echo Jen’s comments.
I learned a few new things looking at your Prezi!
I’ve always meant to go and play around with Prezi, but never quite got around to it…I’ll have to now; I really liked the zooming in and out to the slides. A great way to quickly present info.