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Machinima is the use of real-time computer graphics engines to create cinematic productions. Real-time interactive 3D engines are used instead of professional animation software. Most often, video games are used to create computer generated animations. Production tends to be cheaper as creators use game tools or modifications to create their works. Uses in a Course […]
Windows Story Remix is a new feature in Photos for Windows 10, replacing Windows Movie Mixer that Microsoft discontinued in 2017. It has a video editor with music, filters, transitions, and 3D effects. The workflow allows for you to organize or storyboard your media with drag and drop features that many can use easily. What […]
Tagging and bookmarking are methods of categorizing relevant websites in order to be able to find or renavigate to them quickly. What is it? Originally, bookmarking was simply a method of storing websites on your personal computer in order to be able to easily return to often used websites and internet services. As the internet […]
Document Cameras are digital video cameras with a bed or tray to place media on for projection purposes in a classroom setting. They are similar in function to overhead projectors, but with greatly improved capabilities such as zooming in or out, adjustable light levels (ideal for slides), and various viewing angles (ideal for three-dimensional objects). […]
Tabletop Document Cameras are digital video cameras mounted into a ceiling with a workspace below them to place media or objects on for projection purposes in a classroom setting. They are similar in function to overhead projectors, but with greatly improved capabilities such as zooming in or out, adjustable light levels (ideal for slides), and […]
XR Portal is a library of simulations and 360 videos for educators to use in their classrooms. Their database primarily contains content that is consumable with either a VR headset or VR Glasses (like the Pocket 360). Since most of their content is 360 degree videos, it is viewable on a computer with the user […]
SketchUp is a free 3D modeling software that has several uses ranging from architectural design, interior design, civil and mechanical engineering, and video game design. There is a free web-based version available, SketchUp Free. For powerful computers, SketchUp offers trial versions of their software, SketchUp Pro. What can it do? Export a 2D image of the object you’ve created […]
Student Technology Assistants are offering a series of workshops crafted specifically for students. To view workshop details and to register, visit the links below or our Facebook page. Please bring a device to the workshop. All events begin at 7pm in Andrews Digital Studio (unless otherwise noted) Video Editing with iMovie Monday, February 4th Photoshop Exploring Text with Photoshop […]
Publishing web pages is easier than ever. No longer does it require HTML and complicated web coding. Commercial wiki software makes publishing a breeze. What is “wiki software”? It is a collaborative software that runs a wiki (a website where users can collaboratively modify content from a web browser). Users can create and edit “pages” […]
Technology has evolved to the point where we can have our phones translating signs and text for us in foreign countries. Google Translate has an AR feature to translate words or sentences scanned with a smartphone camera. This handy tool is great for traveling abroad and new language learners. Do note that this requires downloading […]
