Research+Project

=Research Project Wiki=
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 * Prezi ||  ||   || X || X ||   ||   ||   ||

Articles:

Spicynodes:
http://www.spicynodes.org/teachers-highschool.html



Prezi:
http://www.convergemag.com/classtech/4-Valuable-Tech-Tools-for-Teachers.html

http://monterrey-prezi.wikispaces.com/Background


 * Categories**

Ease of use

K-12 Effectiveness

Visual Appeal

Cost

Grade/Age suited for

Advantages/Disadvantages Pro's Con's

**Galileo Search:**
Cliff -- need to start attaching full text articles so we have a better feel of waht was written. Abstract is not enough. DB

Record 1 Title: LEARNING about E-LEARNING. Author: Hubbard, Rob Journal: Training Journal Publication Date: May2010 Pages: 76(1) Subject: MOBILE communication systems in education; COMPUTER-assisted instruction; INTERNET in education; LEARNING; ONLINE courses ISSN: 14656523 Abstract: Publication Type : Trade Publication Language : English AN : 51205070 Abstract :The article focuses on electronic learning (e-learning). It discusses the reasons why e-learning programs sometimes fail to meet their objectives. Among the reasons and problems mentioned are aiming for the wrong target, no one knows about the program, the source material is rubbish, the e-learning is considered boring and people don't complete it. Solutions to the mentioned problems are also provided.; Publisher : Fenman Ltd.

Record 2 Title: A toolkit for 2010. Author: Hart, Jane Journal: e.learning age Publication Date: Nov2009 Pages: 20(1) Subject: TECHNOLOGY; EDUCATIONAL technology; EDUCATIONAL innovations; COMPUTER-assisted instruction; EDUCATION -- Data processing ISSN: 14745127 Abstract: Publication Type : Periodical Language : English AN : 45450083 Abstract :The article suggests online tools which can be used in teaching and training. Prezi is a Flash-based application which enables users to build linear presentations. With Evernote, one can capture things which can be tagged, stored and found again quickly. The Web conferencing tool called Dimdim lets users deliver synchronised presentations, Web pages and whiteboards while sharing voice and video.; Publisher : Bizmedia Ltd.

Record 3 Title: Breaking away from the slideshow presentation. Author: Davies, Hugh Journal: Building Design Publication Date: 8/28/2009 Pages: 17(0) Subject: BUSINESS presentations; PDF (Computer file format); COMPUTER software; TECHNOLOGICAL innovations; ARCHITECTURE -- Software; GREAT Britain; MICROSOFT Corp. ISSN: 00073423 Issue: 1881 Abstract: Publication Type : Trade Publication Language : English AN : 44008319 Abstract :The article discusses the options for slide show presentations of architectural work in Great Britain. The author states that the Power Point of Microsoft adds the potential of animation to slides, however it can be prone to crash and can be corrupted. Meanwhile, the image-rich PDF files have been proven to be more stable than PowerPoint. Furthermore, the Keynote software of Mac aficionados Apple is another alternative for slide presentation.; Publisher : CMP Information Ltd.

Record 4 Title: Today's toolbox. Author: Hart, Jane Journal: e.learning age Publication Date: Jun2009 Pages: 18(2) Subject: WEB services; WEB-based instruction; BROWSERS (Computer programs); SOCIAL bookmarks; BLOGS ISSN: 14745127 Abstract: Publication Type : Periodical Language : English AN : 43028667 Abstract :The article provides information on commercial tools, desktop tools and online services for learning professionals. It observes that among Web browsers, Firefox is the electronic learning (e-learning) browser of choice because of its functionality. Social bookmarking tools allow one to store books online, tag them and share them with others. WordPress has reportedly become a favourite blogging tool among users.; Publisher : Bizmedia Ltd.

Record 5 Title: Tech Kids Love. Journal: Instructor Publication Date: Back to School2010 Pages: 38(1) Subject: WEB sites; WEB hosting; MOTION pictures -- Production & direction; COMPUTER network resources; REVIEWS; APPLE Inc. ISSN: 15320200 Volume: 120 Issue: 1 Abstract: Publication Type : Periodical Language : English AN : 53455748 Abstract :The article reviews the web sites Prezi online tool located at prezi.com, the video-sharing site Vimeo located at vimeo.com, and Mac's movie program iMovie located at www.apple.com/imovie.; Publisher : Scholastic Inc.

Record 6 Title: An Awesome Online Presentation Tool - Prezi. Author: Chicioreanu, Teodora Daniela Journal: Petroleum - Gas University of Ploiesti Bulletin, Educational Sciences Series Publication Date: 2010 Pages: 202(8) Subject: VISUALIZATION; STORYTELLING; INTERNET videos; WEB 2.0; INTERNET in education; WEB-based instruction; EDUCATIONAL technology; EDUCATIONAL innovations Volume: 62 Issue: 1A Abstract: Publication Type : Academic Journal Language : English AN : 52428359 Abstract :Prezi is a Flash-based visualization, storytelling, and presentation tool that allows you to create nonlinear presentations. Using the simple editor, you can place text, images, video, Flash files, and draw lines to show relationships between each item. The final result is a visual map that lets users zoom in and out and navigate to content in a clickable environment. Perhaps the best feature is that it allows designers to focus on designing. Using Prezi, you can present a concept and supply multiple branches to supporting media without writing a line of code. Prezi is easy to use, Prezi is a unique tool you'll want to consider adding to your toolset.; Publisher : Petroleum - Gas University of Ploiesti

Record 7 Title: WEB 2.0 IN THE HISTORY CLASSROOOM. Author: Tarr, Russel Journal: History Review Publication Date: Dec2009 Pages: 26(2) Subject: INTERNET in education; ACTIVITY programs in education; WEB sites; HISTORY -- Study & teaching; TEACHING -- Aids & devices; COMPUTER-assisted instruction; STUDY skills; INFORMATION retrieval ISSN: 09629610 Issue: 65 Abstract: Publication Type : Periodical Language : English AN : 46814457 Abstract :The article discusses Web sites and other Internet resources for the study and teaching of history. Web sites devoted to British history are considered, as well as the Internet Archive Project. Internet tools for classroom presentation of history are described including prezi.com, a tool similar to PowerPoint, and animoto.com, which allows for the linking of images to a music soundtrack.; Publisher : History Today Ltd.