Prezi

A Prezi designed to revisit the terms from the Project 600 reading strategies (Yr5).

Prezi tool is a very versatile presentation media. I have based mine on a template but they can be created from a blank. Pretty much any theme is possible. I chose a "construction" theme because we talk about the strategies being used to support/scaffold when reading for meaning. The zoom facility focusses the viewer's attention. The zoom out can be used to "hide" less important aspects so they are not constantly distracting from the main ideas. Video clips can be inserted as in Sandy Shannon's Prezi .
In terms of pedagogy it can be used to introduce or revise a concept, explain or even give instructions.
Viewers can replay sections with the drag of a mouse to suit learning speed. A presenter can stop a Prezi to add to the presentation in person. To extend learning hyperlinks can be added. Visuals can be inserted too. Prezi's can be played offline via USB. In relation to Powerpoint this tool's strength lies in it being less linear a viewer could examine back and forward in an out easily.