Presentation Tools in Libraries

Image Source: https://clipart-library.com/clipart/101764.htm 

Presentation tools can be a useful resource for libraries, with many potential functions. As we’ve seen throughout this course, these tools can be a useful way to share and promote library services and resources. There is a wide variety of presentation tools available to choose from, and it may be challenging to decide which one is a good fit, or if a combination of multiple presentation tools is the best choice. When deciding on which presentation tool is the best fit one can do a brief evaluation to find the best one. Some of the evaluation criteria includes; ease of use, technical compatibility, accessibility, and security. Other factors to consider include the development status of the tool, the help system of the tool, and the available features of the tool (Hodges and Clark). 

We’ve utilized Canva a lot in this course, and it’s very easy to use and one library users may find easy to learn. Some other presentation tools mentioned that I have used before and could also be useful options include Google Docs and Prezi. A lot of users may already be familiar or have working knowledge of Google Docs and its features. Users may be less familiar with Prezi, but it is still a good presentation tool with useful features. Prezi may also have a steeper learning curve for users, which may be less ideal in library settings. If you're looking for a tool that offers more templates and customization options then Prezi would be the ideal choice, but if user interface is more important then Goggle Docs would be the better choice. Cost can also be a deciding factor between the two. Unlike Google Docs which is free with a Google account, Prezi has a monthly subscription fee, which may be cost prohibitive to users when there’s equally available free options.  

Works Cited:

Hodges, Charles B., and Kenneth Clark. “Selecting a Web 20 Presentation Tool.” Library Media Connection, vol. 30, no.3, Nov. 2011, pp. 42-45. EBSCOhost, https://login.ezproxy.palomar.edu/login?auth=shibboleth&url=https://search-ebscohost-com.ezproxy.palomar.edu/login.aspx?direct=true&db=a9h&AN=67787787&site=ehost-live&scope=site

Howfinity. "How to Use Google Docs - Beginner's Guide." YouTube, 26 May. 2020, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z9i_h-WMQ68.

How to Simple. "Prezi Tutorial For Beginners | How to Use Prezi in 2024." YouTube, 17 Aug. 2022, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JKxbCYFSf6E.