Teaching rhetorical production in a digital age calls for us to rethink our discipline's current distaste for writing mechanics. Yet, the digital mechanics of writing are much broader than grammatical concerns. They include production tools that allow for the invention and circulation of audio, visual, and Multigenre writing. (Contains 3 figures…

The purpose of this paper is to consider the specific role of Peer Assisted Learning (PAL) in creative media production courses. We present a review of the pedagogical approaches that inform our "generic" understanding of PAL. We then consider both quantitative and qualitative data from students, leaders and tutors to gain insights into…

The educational value of Immersive Virtual Worlds (IVWs) seems to be in their social immersive qualities and as an accessible simulation technology. In contrast to these synchronous applications this paper discusses the use of educational machinima developed in IVW virtual film sets. It also introduces the concept of media intervention, proposing…

Outlines procedures that minimize the costly and frustrating experience of learning basic skills in black and white print enlarging. (CMV)

Mechanical and manual methods for producing various sound effects. (STS)

Points to remember in planning on-location videotaping to make editing more efficient and less costly. (BD)

How to make slides and transparencies. (LS)

Effective use of a single video-tape camera. (LS)

Using crayons in the creation of instructional materials. (LS)

Ideas for picture mounting and laminating as well as other visual aid techniques. (LS)

Storyboarding is a technique that provides system and control in media software. (Author)

The author describes some preliminary preparations that should be made before arranging the lighting for a television production. (AK)