This is the third, and most difficult to produce, screencast I created for my multimedia workshop.  In this tutorial I demonstrated how to design a 3-dimensional graphic image in Google SketchUp.  I reproduced the Fila logo in the demonstration.

This is the second of three screencasts I created for my multimedia workshop.  Here, I demonstrate how to enhance a 2-dimensional design by using dumpr.net.  I also demonstrated how to take a screen shot of an existing image using a Mac.

This is a screen cast tutorial developed for my multimedia workshop.  I demonstrated how to design a simple, 2-dimensional graphic image using the drawing and formatting applications in Microsoft Word.

Assignment, Module 3 - Jingproject.com is free software that allows users to take screen shots, record video of onscreen movement (up to 5 minutes), and instantly share over the web, in Flickr, Twitter, and through e-mail.  It can be used with both the Windows and Mac OS X platforms.   Users can add captions, highlights, or arrows to enhance screenshots.  The site also provides a help center to assist in questions or concerns.  Jing Pro is available for less than $15 per year.

Assignment, Module 3 - iShowU.com is a screen casting application for Mac users.  Although there is an HD version available for a nominal charge, the basic version is free.  iShowU will capture and record anything on your screen instantly.  It has a single-button record system and simple settings to allow users to control audio levels and screen size.  You can capture mouse positions, pause and resume recording, and access the video at the instant you stop recording.

Assignment, Module 3 - Animoto.com is a fast, free, easy-to-use, video production site.  Users can turn their digital photos, video clips, and music into well-orchestrated movie presentations.  It is trendy, fast-paced, and geared toward the young, digital natives that thrive on personally-produced content.  Animoto encourages creative applications of learning.

Assignment, Module 3 - Xtranormal.com is a web-based presentation tool that allows the user to create a movie from text.  The site claims that, "if you can type, you can make movies."  Users are provided with 3D characters that are brought to life through adding content to their voices.  It uses a drag-and-drop animation system of editing.  Another advantage is you can follow this site from FaceBook or on Twitter.  One disadvantage is the recommended configuration is limited to Windows XP Service Pack 2 or Windows Vista.

Assignment, Module 3 - Edmodo.com is a free, secure, social learning site for classrooms.  It is a blogging-type platform that allows users to share ideas, post questions, polls, files, links, and other assignments.  Students can create an avatar for responding to the assignment.  It also allows for mobile access and messaging.  It includes a class calendar, a grading application, and RSS feeds.  Educators can set up a secure site for each class or learning unit.  It can be employed in a  synchronous or asynchronous format.   Also, it includes a teacher connections forum.

Assignment, Module 3 - Mywebspiration.com is a free, web-based visual thinking tool that allows users to creatively organize and map mental connections.  One advantage of this site is it converts your mind map bubbles into an outline (and vice versa) format to assist in the writing process.  Users can add color, rapid fire links, and graphics to their work.  Also, the site provide easy-to-use templates to aid in formatting styles.  Collaboration has been made easy as it automatically saves and stores the product online.  It is a wonderful brainstorming tool.

Assignment, Module 3 - Mindomo.com is a web-based, graphic organizer tool that allows users to manage, plan, track, and prioritize tasks.  Although there is a minimal charge for the premium package and group rates, the basic service is free.  The site allows you to embed videos and photos and add links.  Some advantages of this site are:  users can install Mindomo on your desktop to work offline, and Mindomo recognizes and imports mind map formats from other services.

Assignment, Module 3 - Yodio.com is a free, web-based recording service where users can record from any microphone or cell phone to create a visual and audio podcast experience.  Users can synchronize their voice commentaries with photos to create media presentations and responses.  They can be shared, streamed through the Internet, or embedded in other websites and blogs.  In essence, it is an audio postcard.  Another advantage the site offers for classroom presentations is it allows you to toggle back and forth to full-screen mode.  One interesting note:  the name, Yodio, is derived from YOur auDIO.

A humorous look at bad PowerPoint design.

This is my multimedia workshop for business and management educators on logo design in marketing.

Another logo recognition quiz. The site reveals a portion of a logo and then asks the user to extrapolate the name of the company from the limited information.

An interactive game where students can identify companies based on their logos, slogans, and other themes.

Follow the simple steps to design a logo online.

Interactive site that assists children in making informed consumer decisions.