The Do-It Step by-Sterp article by Ruffini presents its readers with a simple, systematic, way of incorporating technology in the classroom by way of multimedia projects. First, I must say that it was refreshing to find a "basic", "entry-level", "dummies can learn to" guide to technology. Based off my personal experience most manuels for learning tech. skills are dense and overbearing. Many of them can be seen in classroom leveling of wobbly desk :) Ruffini was great in his approach. It was clear and concrete to follow. After reading it, there was no nee to reach for an asprin.
I would gladly use multimedia projects with all of my students. These projects can be developed in for all subject areas. They can serve as enrichment for the gifted learners as well as remediation tools for those children below grade level. Regardless of the child's academic ability they can take part in developing work in Hyper Studio and Inspiration.
The bottom line is students need an instructor that is tech. savvy. They are longing and are capable of developing great things with various multimedia programs. It is my responsiblity to educate myself and step outside of my comfort zone into the world of technology. And after reading this article I realize that I can do it "Step by Step".
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