Finding ways to present scientific findings is an essential component is scientific research, as well as in classrooms, and digital presentation tools can help students bring presenting their findings to life in entirely new ways. Gone are the days of a cookie-cutter PowerPoint presentation, students in today's learning environments have access to a broad range of tools that go beyond just being able to present in flashy ways, it teaches students about finding the most effective ways to communicate information efficiently, effectively and clearly.

Tools like Canva and Google Slides are versatile platforms that allow the organisation of data or ideas, allowing creative approaches to presenting ideas and findings. Features that include embedding videos, creation of animations and interactive elements allow students to transform a click through presentation to dynamic and interactive spaces to grab audience attention and more deeply convey their thoughts and learning. They also allow for students to share their content online, either through collaboration tools, shareable links or live presentations.

Extending beyond presentations, tools like Prezi provide a fluid presentation experience, while platforms like Adobe Spark aid in the creation of visually striking graphics. By exploring these options and gaining their own competency teachers enable students to present their ideas in ways more organic to them, increasing engagement and allowing them to select the right medium for them to communicate their own ideas in an effective manner, adding depth to their learning experience. For teachers, changing up your own style of presentation may also lead to more engaged learners, or provide the same extension of creative energy to presentation that you are hoping to inspire in your learners.

The use of these tools also contributes to building essential communication skills that extend beyond the science classroom, skills required for further education or their careers (Yerrick & Johnson, 2009). By gaining competency science teachers can encourage students to engage their outside interests in the science classroom, boosting their interest and enjoyment of learning. Whether you as a teacher are looking to get started with the basics, explore the many options available to yourself and students, or to build on your skills in a specific area, the links below provide a starting point for further exploration into the broad range of digital presentation tools available.