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 * What is Powtoon?**

Powtoon is a user friendly way for teachers and students to create animated video presentations that take Powerpoint to a new level. Above is an overview of the all the cool 'tools' you can use while in PowToon to make your presentations more animated and engaging.


 * What are the benefits of Powtoon?**

With PowToon we can share information with students, allowing us to flip the classroom. We can increase student engagement by using animations, voices and images that convey our message in a new way. Powtoon is a unique way to show presentations that are digitally presented. It provides rich visual stimulus and is an excellent alternative to Powerpoint or Prezi.


 * Here is an Example of a Powtoon we created to welcome students to a new semester with a focus on literacy and technology.**

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 * Powtoon Activity**

__Student Activities:__ To do book reports To share ideas

__Teacher Activities:__ To introduce topics To share facts To share class rules and expectations To create invitations to special projects or presentations


 * How can I use Powtoon in my classroom?**

If you would like to create a Powtoon for your classroom, click on the link to access Powtoon, and follow the steps below:

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1. Create an account with a password that will be easily remembered. 2. Go to the "create" tab at the top, and choose either a 'made from scratch' presentation or 'select a ready made PowToon. 3. Either way, you need to consider the point you are trying to get across and see if there are any templates that fit your needs. 4. Consider taking a few minutes to watch the tutorials before you get started, they are full of tips and ideas. 5. Create a script 6. Record the voiceover or select your music 7. Add animation, or adjust animation to illistrate your Powtoon. 8. Save it. Play it. See how your students repond to it!