ISLT 7361

Course Description:

Hands-on approach to multimedia production techniques. Develops understanding of technical and conceptual tools for the basics of digital media, video editing, still image and audio file manipulation. Students create web portfolio to present their digital products.

Reflection:

This was one of the most enjoyable courses for me. I already create a lot of my own resources and graphics for my lessons, but I tend to stick to the same programs and ways of creating. This course pushed me out of my comfort zone and forced me to try new software that I likely never would have attempted before such as Photoshop, GarageBand, etc. This course also encouraged us to think about the design side in order to make our elements visually appealing, such as using CRAP to evaluate which is something I didn't do before, but now catch myself doing as I am creating.

For my final project, I used a bunch of new (to me) software to create a flipped lesson for my 2nd graders that incorporated audio, visual, and graphic elements. I am so excited to make more of these, and thanks to this course I am not so intimidated to try these programs to create with.