Using photo CDs for instruction

Abstract

art work on this disc can be manipulated to create new compositions. Using the magnification function with the microscopic view of blood cells on this disc, a specific cluster of cells can be isolated and shown. A third practice disc contains random views of the Otari reel-to-reel tape recorder. This gives students an opportunity to select appropriate scenes and sequence them to show the recording and playback functions of the recorder. The magnification and pan functions allow the student to show close-up views of switches, controls, and VU meters. Learning Outcomes And Conclusions At what level did students feel that they learned from the Photo CD program in an initial try-our? In answer to this question, 80 percent indicated they felt they learned at a high level, and 20 percent perceived that they learned at a medium level. None indicated a low level of achievement. On a criterion test on principles of photography and composition, 64% of the students scored 90% or better, and 36% of them scored 80% or better. Along with learning principles of composition and photography, students experienced the capabilities of Photo CD technology. Over 97% of the students indicated the Photo CDs gave them sufficient practice using this technology. About 64% of the students found this technology was enjoyable to use, and 36% said it was somewhat enjoyable. The instructional Photo CD programs and practice discs prepared production teams to plan and shoot slides for their own Photo CD programs. Most of the students evaluated the programs produced by others as being excellent or good. Kodak and other companies have recently released software programs that will enhance Photo CD technology in terms of use of sound, interactivity, storage and retrieval, and desktop applications. (See inset.) Why not use this new technology for your instructional purposes at relatively low cost? Students seem to enjoy this new digital medium! 9 AECT's very being depends on the existence and growth of quafity educational media/technology programs and services. With this commitment to quality, AECT had developed two new services: Evaluation of Educational Media/ Technology Programs at all Levels Consultant Services in Educational Media/Technology Specializations THE EVALUATION AND CONSULTATION SERVICES Individuals or teams of evaluators and consultants are available to evaluate or assist in the creation or improvement of media programs. Consultants are also available for the many specializations in the educational media/technology field (e.g., interactive video, distance learning, instructional design, copyright, computer graphics, facility design, etc.). THE EVALUATORS/CONSULTANTS The evaluators/consultants were selected in polls of leaders in the media/technology field and a subsequent verification of the top-nominated individuals' credentials to do field work of this nature. FOR MORE INFORMATION Details on either or both of these two programs can be obtained by writing or calling: Stanley D. Zenor, Executive Director, Association for Educational Communications and Technology, 1025 Vermont Avenue, NW, Suite 820, Washington, DC 20005. (202) 347-7834. NOV/DEC 1994 TECH TRENDS 39