This course will become read-only in the near future. Tell us at community.p2pu.org if that is a problem.
This course will include an overview of techniques and strategies that research has shown to improve learning outcomes using multimedia and graphics for learning. The role of graphics will be explored to move from the use of graphics from decoration to those that truly foster deeper learning. We will also discuss classroom delivery of multimedia. Participants will apply these concepts to improve and design instructional multimedia.
This course is not on how to create multimedia. Participants should use multimedia they already know how to use.
SCHOOL OF EDUCATION
While the focus of this course is about fostering deeper learning using multimedia, there will certainly be technical questions. There is a great variety of multimedia tools across different platforms, and no one can possibly know the nuances of them all.
This is where a network of peers comes into play. Collectively the group has more knowledge than any individual. Post your technical questions here and contribute answers where you can. Use the comment button to post questions and responses.
Keeping technical questions here will keep other parts of the course focused on the our real objectives.
Help resources
Audacity quick start guide (audio editing)
Windows Movie Maker quick start guide (movie editing)
Mind mapping software comparison (feel free to update)
I'm comfortable with:
I'm mostly Windows but do some Mac work as well.
I'm happy to help anyone if I can.
And I have a question for all of you from a teacher I work with....do you know any good alternatives to Prezi and Sliderocket for higher-end, web-based presentation tools?
I'm okay with
Will have to think....... but I guess that's what drew me to this course a chance to get some new skills... 
Multimedia encompass a wide variety of software, so I thought it would be a good idea to share our areas of expertise (or competence). I use the following software on the Mac platform:
I'd be glad to help anyone who needs assistance with any of these tools.
Steve
