Task 1: Introducing the Multimedia Portfolio

Summary:

•  Start lesson and introduce terminology (multimedia, portfolio) Show class an example of a Multimedia Portfolio folder.
•  Explain that the folder will be referred to as a Multimedia Portfolio folder.
•  Explain that students will be creating a cover picture for the portfolio, which will include a frame, graphics and text.
•  Students will consider graphics that might reflect their self-image and interests.

Detailed Explanation:

Step 1 - Introduce Project:

a. Tell class that they will be personalizing a folder which will store the multimedia projects they will create this year.

Step 2 - Define Terminology:

a. Write the words "multimedia", and "portfolio" on the board.

b. Ask the class to define multimedia <Ans: integrating graphics, text, video, and audio with the computer.>

c. Ask class to define portfolio <Ans: “A collection of work that documents a student's educational performance and employment experiences over time. Typically includes a range of work (e.g., reports, photographs) assigned by the teacher and selected by the student. Portfolios may be used for a variety of purposes including: increasing student learning opportunities; helping students demonstrate a wide variety of skills; assisting students in recognizing their own academic growth; and teaching them to take greater responsibility for their own learning and development” [Definition taken from:
www.columbus-chambers.org/workforce/glossary.htm , retreived June 2004] A portable case or folder is used to carry and store the students' collection of work.>