PIM PAM PUM

WHAT is PIM PAM PUM?

Basically, PIM PAM PUM is all about teaching through visualisation by using authentic photos or images in slides. It is a far more interesting and exciting tool system than using just Microsoft PowerPoint. The presentation slides produced by this application can be more authentic-look and attractive. There are two useful websites introduced:

1. Bookr

2. Bubbler

 

(A) Bookr

Bookr is a tool where people can search some Flickr images and employ them in their photobooks or slideshow presentations. This website is accessible and it is very easy for users to find their wanted images. To apply the selected image into the presentation slides, users just have to drag the chosen photo to the slide page and add text. Next, the user just have to publish it. An example of Bookr is shown below:

                       

bookr :: pimpampum

Procedures of using Bookr:

1. Type in the keyword to find your images or photos.

  

2. Select your image/ photo.

   

3. Insert caption/ add text.

      

4. Drag into your presentation slides/ Publish your work!

     

 

(B) Bubbler

Meanwhile, Bubbler has almost the same function as Bookr. After users have found their chosen images and add into their presentation slides, they can actually apply Bubbles to insert the captions or texts. This function enable readers to have a clearer understanding of what is meant by the selected images. Then, users could publish their posts or slides. Examples of Bubbler are shown as below:

ADVANTAGES:

(a) It is FREE.

(b) Attractive and interesting ( Lots of visualisation)

(c) Does not violate the copyright conditions as the images are taken straight fron the Flickr website.

(d) Provide authentic materials for classroom activities.

(e) Improve students' creativity and skills of writing.

LIMITATIONS:

(a) Time consuming ( i.e. A variety of images and selection of appropriate images.)

(b) Inadequate facilities such as Internet access and computers may restrict the use of this application in

     classroom teaching.

(c) Need careful edition. (i.e. Once the slide is published, it cannot be edited anymore.)

(d) The font and font size cannot be change; restricted selection.

(e) Students may find inappropriate photos if they are requested to apply this application.