How can my students use multimedia for their projects and what applications are available for creating these presentations?
Students can use multimedia by "incorporating text, graphics, pictures and photographs, video, sound, hyperlinks and animated objects" using tools like "Apple's iMovie, Windows Movie Maker and PowerPoint" (p. 235). The purpose of using multimedia is to enhance the presentation of results along with researching and providing archives (p. 246).
Should I place limits on how my students use multimedia?
Yes! Teachers need to make sure that students are staying on task and not simply playing with the multimedia tools. It is easy for students to get distracted with all the features that multimedia applications have to offer and they may lose sight of the requirements of their assignment or research. One approach is to "limit the presentation to a rather plain background and design as they create their presentation" and then "give them 10 minutes to add enhancements that support their message" (p. 252).
References:
Lowther, D.L. & Morrison, G.R. (2010). Integrating Computer Technology into the Classroom; Skills for the 21st Century (4th ed.). Boston, MA: Pearson.
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