History+&+Future+of+Media+Presentation

===** Using [|PowToon], you will create a presentation that answers the following questions about a type of communication media of your choice. You will examine the past, present and future of this media and create a presentation to inform readers about it. You will want to include several pictures and videos from the internet to make your presentation most effective. Please use the features of PowToon appropriately to create and engaging presentation. **===

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 * How to use PowToon **


 * Content to Include in Your Presentation **

Your presentation will answer the following questions: 1.) When was this technology invented? 2.) Who invented it? 3.) What is its purpose? 4.) What materials were used to create the communication media in it's infancy? Include a brief description of how the technology works. 5.) How did the communication media evolve to where it is today? 6) How much did it cost to purchase when it was first on the market? 7) How much does it cost to purchase the newest of these devices today? 8) Do you also need to purchase a subscription of any sort (cell phone contract, cable, satellite, XBox Live, etc)? If so, how much does it cost? 9) How does this media connect us as a society at large? 10) Is there a future for this media? How do you think it will develop in the future? 11) Do you use this type of technology/media a lot?

====** Include pictures/videos in this presentation. You will also be marked on the design of this presentation, so no ugly colors or hard to read text. Be sure to also use an appropriate themes and designs. **====


 * We used PowerPoint in the past for this project...here are some examples of what you should include in your presentation: **




 * Topic Ideas **

Print- Books

Print- Newspapers

Phone- General

Phone- Text Messaging

Television Communications

Postal Mail

Internet- E-mail

Internet- General- origins, global influence, social networking (ie- facebook)

Internet- Video Conferencing

Radio Communications

Film Industry

Media Recording- Cassettes/VHS-Beta Tapes/CD/DVD/USB


 * ===** Due date to be determined **===