Presentation Tools in Libraries

Presentation Tools in Libraries - Charis J

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Libraries give users access to so many different things outside of just books. For a lot of users the library may be their primary access to the internet and computers. Some users may use the library computers to be able to complete their homework, create work presentations, or create assignments of their own. Therefore it is important to discuss the different types of presentation tools a user can typically find and utilize while using a library computer. Presentation tools can come in many different forms of various platforms. It can be tricky to know which ones could be of use to you when you’re using library resources or a library computer. We will discuss one very common presentation tool that can be found in libraries, Microsoft PowerPoint. Libraries are hubs of information and  institutions of knowledge, the use of presentation tools works with the missions many libraries already have in place. The ability for users to continue to get their knowledge needs met and being able to demonstrate that learning through the presentation tools is a phenomenal concept, “many of the information resources that students might use to prepare the presentation are in the library” (Mitchell 34). 

Microsoft Powerpoint is the presentation tool that typically requires a subscription as it’s part of the Microsoft Office programs. However, when library users utilize Microsoft Powerpoint through the library computers at their local library, it is provided to them  at no cost. Microsoft Office provides an easy to use interface with the ability to jump straight in and jazz up your presentation to keep your audience engaged. There’s so many features including animations, transitions, and audio and video capabilities. Furthermore, you can also add notes as the presenter to guide you along while you’re presenting which can be very helpful. If you’re starting and finishing a presentation at the library then it would be a great choice for you. Because if you wanted to work on the presentation outside of the library you would need to make sure you have access to it on a different computer. 

Microsoft Powerpoint is one of the many types of presentation tools that are present in libraries. It’s an example of the access libraries give to their users and continue to meet their needs. It can provide users an outlet to create their presentations and help them become proficient when using these programs.

Works Cited:

Mitchell, Gregory A. “Distinctive Expertise: Multimedia, the Library, and the Term Paper of the

Future.” Information Technology & Libraries, vol. 24, no. 1, Mar. 2005, pp. 32–36. EBSCOhost, https://doi-org.ezproxy.palomar.edu/10.6017/ital.v24i1.3362.