About 160 students take the class for which I TA. The classroom is outfitted with the latest high tech capability (computer, large screen projection, sound system, etc.,) but the professor still uses hand written overheads. Cracks me up. I would definitely use Power Point. I would love to use images and video for my lectures, maybe show movie clips on DVD to make a point. Wouldn’t that be fun? A chalkboard is still essential, but most content can be put up rather nicely on PP.
I think with a class that large it’s imperative to keep things sharp and aesthetically pleasing. And of course a laser pointer, just to be cool.
Posted by Tim at February 2, 2004 10:39 PMAnd we're concerned that pastors aren't using more "relevant" tolls to communicate thier message...be careful with the laser pointer - I've blinded a couple people with it already (lol).
One last thing...the first time I used a video clip in our church service I had to use the remote control to switch the input from the computer to the vcr during which the tv, which was hooked up to cable, flashed on. The tv was on TBS and it was showing "The Great Outdoors" with John Candy and Dan Ackroyd. During our 3 second delay between the computer and the vcr was a closeup of John Candy's crotch because his pants had been filled with bees...it was classic!
Not only would PP be easier to read, you could distribute the notes electronicly through email or the teachers website. Its a greeat tool for teachers AND students!
Posted by: Anthony at February 4, 2004 09:49 AM