This week, we used PowerPoint to edit and put things together to practice the skills of editing an image (just like in Photoshop!) I have to say, I loved this activity. I think because I’m familiar with the tool, I had an easier time navigating this editing form. I had never thought about using it this way in the classroom, but I am happily surprised! I love that it can be as fun or as serious as needed, and it is a tool that can easily be used in the classroom in both of these ways.

Below, I have included my silly image of a king mole grabbing at a bowl of oranges! I was feeling particularly inspired today.

Powerpoint edited by mmechelsea, pictures sourced online

Idea for using this in a French Classroom

The first thing I thought about using this tool for in my future classroom is making a silly, fun image and having students explain what the photo is in French! That way, students can have some creative liberty while also getting to the learning goal of oral practice. How fun would that be for any level? The pictures will allow students to build their vocabulary while using technology!

Tell me and I forget,

teach me, and I may remember,

involve me and I learn.

Benjamin Franklin

I appreciated this lecture and loved creating my own idea based on the fun and inspiration I had from my professor. I am even going to try and use PowerPoint for my future reflections and/or free inquiries!