Non-Linear PowerPoint in the Classroom

When it comes to applying all this new technology to the classroom, I am at a bit of a loss due to my lack of classroom experience. What I envision might be a lot of fun for the kids as well as educational might not actually work. I do sometimes think we get caught up in how cool and fun all these programs are and don't carefully question exactly how helpful they are to the students. I like the idea of using non-linear PPT for study guides, quizzes and games, but I must defer to my more experienced classmates when it comes to how they can be appropriately used in the classroom