Multimedia

In this module, module four, we have been talking about many different technology tools that can be very useful in the classroom. The three tools that I want to talk about today are YouTube, Prezi, and TeacherTube. These three technology tools are great resources to use to help get information through to students in the classroom.
YouTube is a sight that provides videos of just about anything you can think of for just about any different subject. YouTube would be a great way to implement some fun into a lesson in the classroom by showing videos of things that might interest them about a certain topic. This will also help those auditory and visual learners. There is one challenge that might have to be faced when using this tool though. That challenge would be students trying to look up inappropriate videos in the classroom.
The second technology tool I would like to talk about is Prezi. Prezi is a website that allows someone to create a slide show sort of like power point. The difference between Prezi and Microsoft Power Point is that Prezi has more options for animations. The slide shows can look more creative than a regular power point presentation. I could use this tool in the classroom by creating informational slide shows to get certain things across to the students. A challenge that may be faced when using Prezi would be technology issues with the computer or the website.
TeacherTube is the last technology tool I want to talk about. TeacherTube provides informational videos to help teachers create lesson plans and to help teachers get information across to students. These are also two ways that TeacherTube could be used to implement instruction in the classroom. A challenge that may be faced when using TeacherTube would be, possible inadequate information oe students being uninterested.