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How To Teach Creativity in 2020: An English Teacher’s Journey 

There are many misconceptions about creativity. There’s an assumption that people have, that creativity is a trait you possess. Either you’re a creative sort of person, or you’re not. If we think that we’re “just not a creative person”, it feels like there’s not much we can do – and we might not try at all. Our creative side remains buried, suppressed, and untouched.

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6 Worst Presentations Ever & Why They Suck [#5 Is CRAZY]

We’ve all had to sit through bad presentations, the boring ones that go on too long, the complicated, badly planned presentations, or horror, the presentations with photos of the presenter’s child or cat. 

While you may know the basic rules – keep text to a minimum, use contrasting colors, follow the 10-20-30 rule (10 slides, 20 minutes, 30 point text size), some people seem to have failed to get the memo.

The next 6 slides will make you laugh, or cry, or gasp. Enjoy!

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5 Foolproof Tips For An Amazing Flipped Lesson in 2020 [+Tips & Videos]

Today’s technologies are shaking up the classroom, and give us great ways to engage our students with our materials.

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6 Killer Presentation Tips for Students [2020 UPDATED]

The time has come, you’ve got to stand up in front of your peers and your teachers, and present to them. You’ve been keeping up with the class all semester, and you feel as though you really know what you are talking about, you just need to create the presentation that demonstrates that knowledge to everyone else.

Don’t get nervous, don’t stand up there imagining your audience in their underwear in order to make them less scary. Do get prepared, and do create a presentation that rocks and fully deserves that A grade you are aiming for.

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The 4 Best Prezi [+PowerPoint] Alternatives in 2020

If you are tired of looking for great alternatives to Prezi – Look no further, because I have the ultimate comprehensive list of PowerPoint alternatives right here.  No more boring presentations. With this list you can pick the perfect presentation tool or software for your presentation (be it on stage in-front of an audience or online for sharing). Continue reading The 4 Best Prezi [+PowerPoint] Alternatives in 2020

Free PowerPoint Templates – Choose The Best For You [2020 Updated]

Looking for free or premium PowerPoint templates? I guess your presentations don’t look that hot… or perhaps you are just looking for a presentation template that is truly structured for the content you want to include. At emaze, we know all about presentation templates because we make them.   Continue reading Free PowerPoint Templates – Choose The Best For You [2020 Updated]

Emaze.me: introducing a powerful open social media aggregator platform

When you woke up, did you jump straight onto your social media to see what you missed overnight? Ok, you’re not alone! What if there was a centralized network that enables all socials in one feed?

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How To Present Data Effectively [Step-By-Step Guide]

Business presentations or presenting your empirical findings requires a unique type of presentation style. While many big companies also spend megabucks, time, and effort into the research and development, extremely crucial presentation is often left in dire need of more focus and attention. Continue reading How To Present Data Effectively [Step-By-Step Guide]

Using Emaze to Create a Virtual Art Gallery

How great would it be to own an art gallery where you can showcase your work on your terms, without worrying about social distancing and displaying anytime you want? Many art teachers are now planning art lessons at home due to the pandemic outbreak. Did you know you can use Emaze Creative Editor to allow students to submit artwork from home? It may sound like a dream, but with Emaze, it can be your reality!

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