Self-introduction by using 'Brainshark' software

What is "My Brainshark"?

The website "My brainshark" offers an opportunity to add the author's voice to his or her presentation. The dynamic display and attached explanation make the presentation vivid and attractive to the audience. The above presentation is an example of using "my brainshark" by myself to give you an overview.

The advantages of this website

• The software is user-friendly and totally free for anyone.
• It can be shared in many ways, like embedding in the blog, and emailing to friends or teachers after registration.
• Users can refer to the examples sorted in different categories in the website.
• Users can share their own presentation and change ideas with other users.

How is the website used to promote English learning

1.      Teachers can record a short lecture based on the PPT used in class for students to review the main points of the lesson.

2.      Teachers can ask students to practice their oral English at home by telling stories or expressing opinions with vivid pictures or graphs and then send it to teachers for feedback.

3.      Teachers can present the background information of a particular topic to be introduced in the lesson to arouse students’ interest beforehand so that students may find it easier to settle in the lecture.

4.      Teachers can use it to conduct listening exercise. For example, teachers can narrative an unforgettable experience by showing pictures to impress students and enhance their understanding.

5.      Teachers can ask students to record their pronunciation of some new words and correct the mistakes.

Limitations:

1.      It can record only up to 15 minutes.

2.      It requires students to have internet access and other equipment like microphones.

3.      Registration may need some personal details and take a few minutes to complete.