It is important for teachers to use appropriate citations and to seek permission when using copyrighted work because we have to set an example for our students. If we don't use proper citations and give credit where credit is due, we can't expect the same of our students. Also, if teachers cite their work students can use those sources for further learning.
I learned that when designing a presentation, it should actually be a tool for persuasion and not just decoration. I also never thought of what wasn't on a slide, makes what IS on it stronger. Put simply, less is more. A big mistake I have seen many of my teachers make is to use a boring or incredibly bright background with a ton of bullets and only words. Using only words makes it difficult to concentrate because it doesn't catch your attention and make you want to know what information is being presented. Pictures are easier to remember than words. It helps to have a picture with just a few words that explain the main point. Using examples of differences (before and after, for example), repitition, alignment (so things don't look randomly placed), and proximity (to make things look more organized) are greatly helpful in creating presentations like PowerPoint or Prezi. I will strive to use these techniques, and show my students how to use these techniques, in my classroom so that my students get the most out of their education.
I made my first Prezi! Here it is...I hope you enjoy it! :)
Nice thoughts about fair use laws- you may want to add some links to sites that offer common use photos on your blog.
ReplyDeleteYour Prezi is also very well done. Continue to play with the features for your future use.