Let's Tech About It

Overview Over the last couple of weeks, I’ve worked on a multimedia project for my Advanced Application of Media & Technology Course (ED 7300) at Sul Ross State University. Throughout the 8 weeks of the course, I learned about the various components of multimedia and the multitude of ways they can be utilized for personal, professional, and creative outlets. For my project, I decided to attempt a sample promotional piece for the Educational Instructional Technology (EIT) graduate program of which I currently am a member of. My main focus was to provide a quick and enjoyable presentation with a section that provides links and embedded video of students’ sample work from the program. Below is a video link to the presentation: Outcome Overall, I was pretty satisfied with what I was able to put together in a short amount of time. Ideally, there are still some aspects of the presentation I would like to incorporate better or adjust, but in the end, I believe I accomplished the ...

What does it take to create a Multimedia project? In my experience, creating a multimedia project can be complex, but made simpler by understanding and planning around the tools used to put it together. Having an outline or framework to reference helps greatly in building the key components of the project, while learning what works and what doesn’t for a specific project. Another key factor is interest; centering your project around a subject you find interesting to talk about or explore builds greatly towards your overall investment and commitment to the project.   Are the options available empowering or limited? I find that as technology grows, so do the options at my disposal. Overall, I consider it empowering since more options means there is an increased possibility of finding a program or creation tool that fits closely with my individual needs. Are there any new applications that you may not have thought about using previously? About 2 years ago, one of my cowork...

Where does Innovative Technology belong? As far as my own experience, I can say that limiting access to new and innovative technology can adversely affect how society interacts, absorbs, and utilizes new technical applications. Oftentimes resulting in misuse and lack of depth or scope based on its intended operation. However, it should be noted that gradual and structured implementation of those technologies can inform users through practical training and instructional methods while also growing understanding of how best to apply the technology in everyday life and interactions. What I plan to learn and implement moving forward Over the last 5 or so years, I’ve gained new appreciation and interest in 3D technology. The fascinating thing is that there are multiple aspects of this tech including 3D gaming, 3D printing, VR and AR technologies. While I’ve had limited exposure to this exciting new chapter in technological evolution, I have yet to take the deep dive into it that I wo...