This text covers all of the skills for building effective multimedia presentations to include: screen-captured, software-based tutorials, demonstrations, and lectures using Camtasia Studio (and prior versions) and the complete line of TechSmith products for both Windows and Mac OS. It includes a companion DVD with support files with more than 30 tutorial video clips, the project practice files, all text images in color, and sample video creations[NOTE: Companion disc files are available with Amazon proof of purchase by contacting: info@merclearning.com]. The strategy for this text is to introduce concepts from the ground up to include development milestones, planning the presentation based on the targeted audience, story boarding, screen captures, editing and production based on the desired project. The text also covers Snagit to create sophisticated training documents using advanced image editing features and it uses Jing to make fast video presentations that can quickly be loaded on the Web. Completing the text will provide the reader with all the skills needed towards developing an array of rich multimedia based curriculum in any educational setting.
FEATURES
•Companion DVD with support files including over 30 tutorial video clips, project practice files, all text images in color, and sample video creations
[NOTE: Companion disc files are available with Amazon proof of purchase by contacting info@merclearning.com].
•Shows tips and notes on creating a professional presentation, a screencast, and a video project
•Includes a step-by-step Quick Reference List, outlining important recording and producing procedures in their entirety
•Provides chapters detailing the support programs, Snagit and Jing
Brief Table of Contents:
PART 1 – Preparation. 1 – Overview. 2 – Planning and Preparation. PART 2 – Camtasia Studio. 3 – Menus and Interfaces. 4 – Recording: Screen Capturing. 5 – Recording: PowerPoint. 6 – Editing: Clip Bin and Library. 7 – Editing: Preview Window and Timeline.8 – Editing: Task Tab Enhancing. 9 – Producing and Sharing. PART 3 – Snagit and Jing. 10 – Snagit. 11 – Snagit Editor. 12 – Jing. Appendix A – Projects and Reference Lists. Appendix B – Glossary. Index.
On the DVD!
•Over 30 tutorial video clips
• Project practice files
• All text images in color
• Sample video creations
About the Authors:
Stephanie Torta is an instructor in graphic design at Boston University and Emerson College. She is an accomplished graphic designer, videographer, and photographer with over fifteen year’s experience in publishing. Stacey Dunbar is a freelance writer who works as a creative consultant and director for entrepreneurial start-ups.
FEATURES
•Companion DVD with support files including over 30 tutorial video clips, project practice files, all text images in color, and sample video creations
[NOTE: Companion disc files are available with Amazon proof of purchase by contacting info@merclearning.com].
•Shows tips and notes on creating a professional presentation, a screencast, and a video project
•Includes a step-by-step Quick Reference List, outlining important recording and producing procedures in their entirety
•Provides chapters detailing the support programs, Snagit and Jing
Brief Table of Contents:
PART 1 – Preparation. 1 – Overview. 2 – Planning and Preparation. PART 2 – Camtasia Studio. 3 – Menus and Interfaces. 4 – Recording: Screen Capturing. 5 – Recording: PowerPoint. 6 – Editing: Clip Bin and Library. 7 – Editing: Preview Window and Timeline.8 – Editing: Task Tab Enhancing. 9 – Producing and Sharing. PART 3 – Snagit and Jing. 10 – Snagit. 11 – Snagit Editor. 12 – Jing. Appendix A – Projects and Reference Lists. Appendix B – Glossary. Index.
On the DVD!
•Over 30 tutorial video clips
• Project practice files
• All text images in color
• Sample video creations
About the Authors:
Stephanie Torta is an instructor in graphic design at Boston University and Emerson College. She is an accomplished graphic designer, videographer, and photographer with over fifteen year’s experience in publishing. Stacey Dunbar is a freelance writer who works as a creative consultant and director for entrepreneurial start-ups.
