This week was a doosey, cram packed with an abundance of valuable information and helpful guides. I enjoyed learning about Prezi. The directions were simple enough that I'm sure that I can use it with my students, within a modified framework. I can think of many instances when I can begin to map out a concept and my students can use one or two of the tools to complete the presentation. I am excited about making this a regular activity and using it as an additional assessment tool.
The most challenging task this week has been the Pecha Kucha story-board, by far! I have had a difficult time deciding what my presentation will be about and sticking to it. I had my heart set on doing it on my grandmother/second mother as a healing attempt since I lost her kind of unexpectedly in April. However, I am finding that I'm not quite ready to be engaged in this way regarding my memories of her. None the less, the 'green' subject I decided on is still quite a challenge. I am being very hard on myself in terms of worrying about making it meaningful enough to wow my audience. Given the fact that this is my first attempt at a Pecha Kucha, I need to just get over it, take a risk and jump in with both feet!
Now that I am back to civilization I am struggling with the Pecha Kucha also. Even though my topic is very straight forward, I am struggling on choosing the best books and making them stand out to students in 20 seconds. I guess the secret for this 1st one is just jump in and do it!!!
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