Fall 2003EDCI 663, Interactive Video and Multimedia1

EDCI 663

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SS, 2006

Interactive Video and Multimedia
Course Information
Class
MWF, 9:50 a.m. - noon (June 12 - July 7)
Independent work (July 8 - August 2)
Room: BRNG 3292 (and 3295)
Prerequisites: EDCI 561and EDCI 572
or consent of instructor / Instructor
James D. Lehman
Office: BRNG4108
Phone: 494-7935 (O) / 463-5758 (H)
E-mail:
Web:
Public course website:
WebCT site: West Lafayette Academic Campus)

Description

This course examines interactive video and multimedia. Historically, the term interactive video once referred to video responsive to the user, often a laser videodisc controlled by computer. While we will revisit this older multimedia technology, the course focuses on newer digital multimedia including digital video and multimediadelivery systems including CD-ROM, DVD, and the World Wide Web. These technologies are widely used in training and education today. Course topics include: history, overview, research, evaluation, design and production techniques, and authoring interactive multimedia. The goal of this class is to make you knowledgeable about interactive multimedia -- what it is, how it is done, what the research says it, etc. -- and to introduce you to the design and development of instructional interactive multimedia. Incoming students should have knowledge of educational technology, instructional design, and prior experience in the design and development of computer-based instruction. Previous experience with multimedia authoring (e.g., Director, Dreamweaver, Flash) is particularly beneficial.

Needs

  • Textbook -- no required text; all readings are available online
  • Storage–it is recommended that you acquire CD-R or CD-RW media and a high capacity flash drive for use in this class. Multimedia requires significant storage, and you will need to manage large files. While mini-DV tapes will be available for digital video work, you may want to purchase your own. Always keep backups of your work!

Grading

Your course grade will be determined by a major project, three minor projects, one exam, and class participation. The major project counts as 40% of the course grade. Each minor project is worth 10%, so that the three minor projects together account for 30% of the course grade. See the section that follows for more information about the projects. The remaining 30% of the course grade is determined by one exam (15%) and by class participation (15%) including in-class activities and homework assignments (to be announced). Late projects will automatically be penalized 10% of possible points (i.e. one letter grade); projects more than one class period late will not be accepted. Grades will be determined by accumulated weighted points and application of the following scale: 90% - A, 80% - B, 70% - C, 60% - D.

Projects

Minor Project 1 -- Digital Video Project

Create a short original digital video suitable for CD-ROM delivery. The video should demonstrate the use of: at least two edited scenes (clips), transitions between video scenes, appropriate titling/credits, and the use of at least one audio clip in addition to any audio in the original video. The video should be designed to address an educational objective, and the overall length of the video should be no more than 5 minutes. Please include a brief written description of how the video might be used, either alone or as part of a multimedia project, to meet an identified educational objective.

Minor Project 2 -- Director Multimedia Project

Develop a short interactive multimedia program using Director. Incorporate at least one digital video clip, either of your own creation or by integrating material from an existing source. Be sure that your project also includes appropriate educational content, still graphics, an appropriately designed user interface, and interaction with the user (e.g., embedded questions). Try to keep your project fairly simple; limit it to covering about 1-3 instructional objectives.

Minor Project 3 – Dreamweaver and Flash Project

Develop a short interactive multimedia program using Dreamweaver and Flash. Incorporate at least one digital video clip, either of your own creation or by digitizing material from an existing source. Be sure that your project also includes appropriate educational content, still graphics, an appropriately designed user interface, and interaction with the user (e.g., embedded questions). Try to keep your project fairly simple; limit it to covering about 1-3 instructional objectives.

Major Project

The major project should consist of an educational interactive multimedia program authored in your choice of Director or Dreamweaver/Flash, along with accompanying adjunct materials and/or documentation. Your minor projects may be part of the major project. A prospectus for the final project will be required in advance of the actual development of the project. The major project should be a complete educational lesson or a complete segment of what is envisioned as a larger unit; both source code and run-time files should be submitted. It should demonstrate appropriate use of interactive multimedia (including text, graphics, audio, and video) and embody the principles of interactive multimedia design as put forth in the class. It must adhere to accepted guidelines for educational fair use of copyrighted multimedia. Your final course project (both source files and run-time files) should fit on a single 650 MB CD-R or CD-RW. Your final project should also include documentation including, at a minimum: system requirements, intended audience, educational objectives, content overview or outline, and basic operating information. Your may wish to include selected print-outs of program screens and/or other materials in the documentation.

Tentative Course Schedule

Date / Topics / Reading/Assignment
M, Jun 12 / Introduction to the course;
Overview of interactive video and multimedia / Lehman: Ch. 1-2
W, Jun 14 / Digital video – creating and editing digital video;
Compressing and manipulating digital video / DV Guide
F, Jun 16 / Videodiscs and interactive video;
Work on Minor Project #1 / Lehman: Ch. 3-4
M, Jun 19 / CD-ROM and DVD technologies;
Work on Minor Project #1 / Lehman: Ch. 5
W, Jun 21 / Instructional design and development for multimedia;
Getting started with Director / Director Guide
Minor Project1 Due
F, Jun 23 / Creating interactive multimedia with Director;
Work on Minor Project #2
M, Jun 26 / Multimedia uses in training, POP/POI, education, EPSS;
Work on Minor Project #2
W, Jun 28 / Multimedia on the Web;
Getting started with Dreamweaver / Lehman: Ch.6
Minor Project 2 Due
F, Jun 30 / Creating interactive multimedia with Flash;
Work on Minor Project #3 / Dreamweaver and Flash Guides
M, Jul 3 / Research on interactive multimedia;
Work on Minor Project #3 / Major Project Prospectus Due
W, Jul 5 / Issues, trends, and the future of interactive multimedia;
Review for exam / Minor Project 3 Due
F, Jul 7 / EXAM
Work on major project
W, Aug 2 / Project demonstration and sharing
/ Major Project Due

Special Notes

  • Course content and minor projects will be addressed in the first four weeks of the course as shown on the schedule. In order to allow adequate time to complete the major project, you will have 3+ additional weeks of independent work time. No classes are scheduled during this time; you are on your own to complete your major project. Major projects are due on Wednesday, August 2, and a class sharing session is scheduled on that date at the usual class time. However, you may submit your major project prior to the due date if you are able to complete it before then.
  • This class is very demanding of your time, especially during the summer session. It is essential that you manage your time well and keep up with the work. Late work will be automatically penalized 10% (one letter grade). Assignments more than one class period late will not be accepted.
  • Available resources are limited and must be shared. Please cooperate with your classmates to minimize conflicts over access to equipment and media. Group projects are permitted, even encouraged, both because they reduce demand on available resources and because team development is the norm in the "real" world. Of course, effort proportional to the number of members is expected in group projects.
  • Because of responsibilities as Head of the Department of Curriculum and Instruction, Professor Lehman may be difficult to see outside of class time. To arrange for an appointment, send him an email () or telephone the main C&I office at 494-7935. Professor Lehman will be away from campus during your independent work time from July 15 through July 30.
  • All students, but especially those in education, should aspire to high standards of academic honesty. This class encourages cooperation and group work. However, students are expected to do original work, to do their own work except for group projects, and to properly reference sources when using information (including multimedia) from others
  • This class is accessible to all qualified PurdueUniversity students who wish to take it. If you require special accommodations for participation in the course, please consult with the course instructor as soon as possible. The Office of the Dean of Students (SCHL 207, phone: 494-1747) provides services for students with special needs. Students with disabilities must be registered with Adaptive Programs in the Office of the Dean of Students before classroom accommodations can be provided.

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