Engaging Presentations by Lacey Keith https://padlet.com/llkeith/vdy4ju3jbejt2wln Various presentation tools can be helpful in the classroom setting. It is critical in identifying pros and cons of each website and use which is best for our students. en-us 2022-02-10 22:54:49 UTC 2022-02-10 23:17:32 UTC hello@padlet.com Nearpod! llkeith https://padlet.com/llkeith/vdy4ju3jbejt2wln/wish/2041319210 Nearpod is an interactive tool that promotes active listening. It includes various instructional tools; however, the presentations can be lengthy or overstimulating to students. 

Key Features: 
- numerous question concepts (polls, quizzes, fill in the blank, etc.)

Pros:
- includes a free "basic" package that offers multiple choices for instruction 

Cons:
- can cost a fee depending on what is expected from the app 
- can be lengthy 
- can be more overstimulating if too much is going on within the presentation 

How would this work with Elementary students?
This app is exciting and interactive to elementary students, yet it may be overstimulating if there are too many activities put into one lesson. If the educator keeps in mind their students focus levels and mentalities, Nearpod can be very helpful in teaching students various lessons.

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Key Features:
- Six types of assessments
  1. Drawing
  2. Text
  3. Embed website
  4. Draggables
  5. Multiple choice
  6. Number
- can be integrated with other technology like Google Slides 

Pros:
- works well with other websites
- can be multi-functional with assessments
- gives students the ability to answer without fear of other students making jokes 
- helps limit cheating from being anonymous 
- includes a free version 

Cons:
- may require subscription upon needs
- not extremely accessible with mobile devices
- students must have a Google account 

How would this work with Elementary students?
This app is extremely engaging, which is beneficial for students. It is appealing to children, as it appears like a game. I feel like this would be super helpful in the classroom for younger students!
 
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Key Features:
- run live polls or quizzes

Pros:
- can be used in a work setting, classroom setting, etc. 
- integrates with other platforms

Cons:
- app setup is confusing
- requires a subscription 

How would this work with Elementary students?
Slido would probably not be beneficial to Elementary school students. It does not provide an exciting background setup, and it is confusing to use for beginners. This app may work better for older groups of teenagers and / or adults.

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