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Mariethe House
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A very na�ve question, I suppose but I�ll try it all the same:
To use a powerpoint, Do you have to use a video projector and how can the powerpoints I download from esl be transferred to the video projector?
I have never used a video projector as there is only one in my school , jealously kept by the IT and technology teacher.
Thank you .Mariethe
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19 Jan 2009
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chobby
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You wouldn�t only need a projector but also a lap-top to because there isn�t other way to reproduce it, |
19 Jan 2009
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Damielle
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If you don�t have a computer to play the ppt, you can get a powerpoint to video converter. You�ll be able to play the new file in a DVD player. There are lots of sites where you can download this program for free but I don�t know which one is advisable. Maybe we can ask an expert, for example Alien boy, are you there, dear friend??? |
19 Jan 2009
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chobby
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Gee, I feel so stupid now, I didn�t you could convert ppt into video and reproduce it in DVD players but how do you do that? I know you say there is a program but you would have to burned in a DVD disc first, not? |
19 Jan 2009
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Logos
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You obviously have aacess to a computer, otherwise you would not be able to ask this question. Much depends on the class size. If you have only a small class of say up to 8 pupils/students it is possible just to use a computer screen to show the powerpoints.
Ideally the screen should be large and clear enough for everyone to see it.
You only need a projector when you have a larger class and you need all the pupils to see the content. You need to connect your computer to a LCD projector using a cable - the projector box should have all the cables you need.
Ideally, if you have a laptop computer this is much more versatile as you can put the computer and projector anywhere you want. But if all you have is a desktop computer which cannot be moved then you are limited by the length of the cable and the location of the computer.
One point I may be missing though is that you call your projector a video projector. If this is connected only to a TV then you have big problems. I do not know if it is possible to connect a TV video projector to a computer and I have never tried using software to convert my powerpoints to video format - I�m afraid I have always had the luxury of a LCD projector. |
19 Jan 2009
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dennismychina
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Good Morning All,
Sorry Damielle it doesn�t look like he is, but I am����. Will I do?
First we must establish what equipment you will have in your classroom /s.
Do you have a large screen TV � with a computer (or do you have the use of a laptop computer) or a DVD player connected to it?
I must run but I�ll be back!! Will look in again in a couple of hours.
To answer my question to you, no you won�t.
Enjoy your (what ever part of the day it is wherever you are). |
19 Jan 2009
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meuge
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I have found this page, with a ppt convertor to video (you can download it for free). I haven�t tried it, but it might be helpful...
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19 Jan 2009
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dennismychina
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Ooooooops. Hi Chobby, Logos, you guys were quicker than I was. |
19 Jan 2009
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Damielle
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I�ll wait for your answers, dennismychina. (or anybody�s) I once had one of my ppt converted, but I don�t know which program the technician used. I have recently learned that I can do it myself but I need to know which program is safe to be downloaded. In my case, I don�t have a laptop or a computer in my classroom. Having an LCD projector or a projector box is an absolute luxury for us. Where there is projector box (called ca�on, here) , we are not allowed to use it in calss because the spare lamp is tooooooooo expensive. So, the only thing available is the DVD player and the TV set. That�s why I need that program because I have some beautiful ppts.
What�s more, I think that if we get that information, the powerpoints uploaded here will become more popular |
19 Jan 2009
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alien boy
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The software I have seen to do this in one step is available on trial or as shareware, so it�s not really free if you want to continue using it.
There is, however, a REALLY GOOD step by step guide at freewaregenius.com
It is a recent article & uses all free software. Have a thorough read of the article & see what you think. If you have any questions please post them or contact freeware genius too!
I�m happy to help with anything further if I can.
Cheers,
ab
p.s. the simplest is a PowerPoint to JPEG to DVD slide conversion, but you won�t get animation from your original Powerpoint presentation. |
19 Jan 2009
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