Session 1: The Basics
In Session 1 we looked at the basics of Prezi presentations. We discussed our existing skills and knowledge and set out what we'd all like to achieve over the course of the four sessions. We then looked at the theory behind both Prezi itself and the way that this course is delivered. After this, made sure everyone had a Prezi.com account we looked at the basic functionality of the Prezi presentation tool itself using Prezi's own "Learn Prezi Fast" presentation. By the end of the session everyone had added words and made changes to their own version of "Learn Prezi Fast".
As you will know by now, there are very few paper handouts for this course. Here is the tutor's background Prezi, which you can use in much the same way as you might a print-out of a PowerPoint presentation:
If you're feeling really confident, you could even make your own copy of this Prezi and add your own notes and resources.
HomePlay
Remember, between sessions we would encourage you to play with Prezi and the other online tools that you encounter on the course.
This week you were introduced to the "Explore" and "Learn & Support" sections of the Prezi website. Take a few minutes to discover what you can do with these features of Prezi as they will help to reinforce what you've learned in Session 1 and also form the basis of Session 2.
A Badge for That
You can earn an Open Badge to recognise and demonstrate your learning and the skills you've developed in this session by clicking on the "Content" tab above, selecting "Prezi Basics" and submitting the URL for your version of "Learn Prezi Fast". The tutor will then have a look at your work and send you your Open Badge.
You can learn more about Mozilla Open Badges and how to make use of them by going to www.openbadges.org and taking the Badges 101 quiz.
Extra Resources
If you'd like to know more about the theory behind Prezi and how it works take a look at this TEDx video from Zoltan Radnai, Community Manager at Prezi.com
If you'd like to explore Maria H Andersen's "Recipe for Free Range Learning" presentation, which featured in session one, here it is: