Innovative History.net

Part 1 : Highlight Text

Using the Rectangle Tool and simple animations makes it easier for the teacher to emphasise key point or to give specific examples in text.

Part 2 : Highlight Images

This is a continuation from Part 1: Highlight Text and focuses on how images can be used more effectively in the classroom.

Part 3 : ' Zooming' Images

This is a regularly visited tutorial as it really engages the class! After you have watched this tutorial think about what you can do with it?

Part 4 : Hyper Links & 'Hot Spots'

By inserting hyperlinks and 'hot spots'we can encourage the students to explore images or text.

Part 5 : Motion Paths

This feature of PowerPoint is greatly underestimated and can really get students thinking about history, particularly if you show them how to use Motion Paths.

Part 1 : Creating a website - buttons

Websites are generally best created with HTML not Flash, but by developing your own Flash site you will come across many of the tools and features of the software. This tutorial shows you how to construct interactive buttons are widely used in flash applications.

Part 2 : Creating a website - navigation

By using the buttons you created in the last tutorial you will now learn how to develop content and show Flash where to go! This is the core of the website.

Part 3 : Creating a website - trace it!

If you lack the skills of a graphic designer this tutorial is perfect for you. Imagine being able to draw and design just like the professionals! By carefully tracing images, modifying them along the way, you can produce astonishing graphics personalised for your website or activity.

Part 4 : Creating a website - animated logo

Make a logo and defines your site so students recognise yours out of the hundreds out there. While we are on the subject, why not make it interact with the user - will it talk, sing or simply follow the cursor?

Part 1 : Importing media files

Learn how build historical interpretations by bringing moving and still images together and setting them to a soundtrack.

Part 2 : Using and editing files

Adjust still images and music to create effective presentations.

Part 3 : Using and editing video clips

Learn how to use the adjuster tool to cut out and rearrange movie clips and create movies that show the significance of events.

Part 4 : Adding slide transitions and effects

Give your movies more style and meaning by mastering these elements. See how to age your film, or zoom in, creating great interpretations.

Part 5 : Creating narration

Add a voice over to really begin explaining significance or create a complete explanation.

Part 6 : Saving and playing your movie

An essential part of the process if you want to play your movie on other machines.