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Purpose of this workshop

The purpose of this workshop is to provide an overview of applications on how to integrate multimedia authoring software into the early childhood curriculum.

Workshop Objectives

By the end of this workshop, the participant should be able to:

• Describe the benefits of using authoring software in the early childhood classroom.
• Identify at least 3 types of authoring software
• Identify and describe 3 curriculum activities using authoring software
• Integrate a variety of technology into authoring curriculum activities

Topics in this workshop include:

Overview of multimedia authoring software

Authoring software applications

• HyperStudio
• BuildAbility
• IntelliPics Studio
• eZedia

Curriculum Activities

• HyperStudio
• BuildAbility
• IntelliPics Studio
• eZedia

Literacy Activities with Authoring Software

Key Terms

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For Further Discussion

Participants can use the information in this workshop as a resource for:

• Integrating authoring software into early childhood programs or home use
• Curriculum activities using authoring software

References

Hutinger, P., Beard, M., Bell, C., Bond, J., Robinson, L., Schneider, C., and Terry, C. (2001). eMERGing literacy and technology: Working together. Macomb, IL; Center for Best Practices in Early Childhood Education. URL http://www.wiu.edu/thecenter

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