Oh, How Times Have Changed in the Classroom

  • Slides

    Slides

    Back prior to 1960, the slide projector was invented. Teachers used this tool in the classroom to project images so that students had a visual of what the teacher was teaching. Slides or pictures were taken with a camera and then put in a tray which worked with the slide projector.
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    Technology

  • Overhead Transparencies

    Overhead Transparencies

    Overhead transparencies were used with an overhead projector to bring visuals to the classroom. Teachers created the visual on a transparency and then used the overhead projector to display the image on a wall.
  • Powerpoint

    Powerpoint

    Powerpoint was released in 1990. The tool created a slide format presentation. It was used as a tool in the classroom to aid teachers in presenting material. It provided a visual for teachers. Students then starting using it for showcasing what they knew or researched on various topics.
  • Prezi

    Prezi

    Prezi is a web based/cloud based software tool used to created presentaions..The product employs a zooming user interface where slides move in and out. This became all the rage as teachers and students were bored with Powerpoint and liked the movement of Prezi.
  • Google Presentations - Collaboration

    Google Presentations - Collaboration

    Google Presentations is a powerful tool that is great for creating collaborative presentations in the classroons. No need to have group members all work on one screen...they can all have their own access.

Plan projects on a visual timeline

Map milestones, phases, deadlines, and key events in one place so the sequence is easier to see and share. Timetoast is a timeline maker for work, school, research, and stories.