2) What applications are available for creating a multimedia presentation?There are several options available for creating a multimedia presentation. You may use PowerPoint, iMovie (by Apple,) Windows Movie Maker, Flash, Prezi, and other programs to supplement such as Quicktime (for audio files.) Powerpoint and Windows Movie Maker are relatively simple to use, and many students can easily learn how to operate the programs and manipulate them to suit their needs. Flash has a bit of a learning curve, but it too, is an option for the classroom.
3) Should I place limits on how my students use multimedia?Limitations can be very helpful when using multimedia. Often times (especially with PowerPoint) the message can get lost within the presentation due to all of the "extra" things going on. It is sometimes a very good idea to tell your students that they shouldpresent the information as simply as possible. Perhaps the number of features can increase with age level- high school students may have a better understanding of what should be included in a presentation and what shouldnt.
References
Lowther, D. & Morrison, G. (2010). Integrating Computer Technology into the Classroom: Skills for the 21st Century. Pearson Education. Inc. Boston, MA, USA.
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