Multimedia Resources

Resources for creating a variety of multimedia presentations. 
Step outside of the box...there is more than just a  Power Point Presentation !
The National Educational Technology Standards says...
#1Creativity and Innovation
     Students should demonstrate creative thinking, construct knowledge, and develop innovative products and processes using technology.

Here are some sites to to help you achieve this goal...check 'em out...

  • Animoto -  Animoto provides an array of tools for creating videos in your classroom. Teachers, sign up for educator account to get unlimited recording.
  • CogDogRoo Wiki - Excellent resource showing 50 tools for multimedia digital story telling.  He has even created an example story using each of the tools mentioned.  Also provides resources for developing your first digital story.
  • Photo Story 3 - This is free software from Microsoft for creating simple, quick slide shows.  It's already installed on our lab computers, but you can download and install at home.  Don't forget Movie Maker, it comes with your Windows OS.
  • Indispensible tools - Wiki list of tools for technology use in classrooms.  Created by educators.
  • Cool Tools for Schools - Annotated wiki list for media web2.0 tools.
  • Video Creation Tools - check these resources from FreeTech4Teachers post.  Great animation creator.
  • More to come...(don't forget to check the Bookmarked List)
  • Video File Converter - There are several out there, both onlineZamzar and downloadable Prism Video File Converter

Podcast Hosts

Customized Search Tool

Search for copyright free media, using this Google CSE

Web Based Media Tools

Pixlr - Online photo editor comparable to Photoshop.  Add annotation to photos. Also has screen capture Add-on for Firefox browser.

Aviary - another online photo editor.  Can be used to screen capture without Add-on, but then captures whole page.  Check out new Audio Editor "Myna" - great way to create an incredible podcast
Animoto for Education - Bringing your classroom to live