Demonstration

=Demonstration=

Before beginning, if not already installed on your computer, you will need to download and install PS-3 and possibly Windows Media Player 10. The system requirements and links to acquire the software are below.
 * PS-3 Setup: System Requirements & Installation**
 * **System requirements:** Windows XP and a minimum of Windows Media Player 10
 * **Hardware requirements:** A windows compatible computer microphone
 * **Downloading:** Photo Story 3 (PS-3) can be downloaded from the Microsoft Site here. The latest Windows Media Player can be downloaded from the Microsoft site here.

**Completing a Simple PS-3 Project**    **Introduction:** Now that you have read about the rationale for using PS-3 in the classroom it is now your opportunity to give it a try. Below you will find several steps that will guide you through the process of creating a simple PS-3 project. In the end will have a completed product to share with the class. Below is a summary of both what is required in your finished product and what is optional:


 * Project Requirements:**
 * 1) PS-3 project includes at least three images
 * 2) Black borders are removed from images
 * 3) Text is added describing each image
 * 4) Voice narration is added to at least one image
 * 5) At least one non-default transition is added between images
 * 6) Background music is added either using built-in music or an .mp3 music file
 * 7) Finished product is in .wmv format and uploaded to your KSU personal web space
 * 8) Web address of your uploaded finished product is posted to class discussion area

> Each step in the process contains two forms of tutorial. The first is a video tutorial that depicts what steps are necessary to accomplish the step. The second tutorial is a .pdf file. This file covers similar information as the video. Both forms of tutorial are provided because some individuals learn better by reading from a printed page versus watching a video and vice versa. There is no correct choice for which tutorial to use...use one, or the other, or both. Whatever works to complete the step! All tutorials can be found at JakesOnline.org.
 * Optional Project Components:**
 * 1) Zoom effect is added to image(s)
 * 2) Pan effect is added to image(s)
 * How do I do this? **


 * Ok, Let's Get Going... **


 * **Examples:** Before beginning, please view the two Photo Story examples below. These were created by elementary grade students and they demonstrate uses of PS-3 in the classroom. The first video is a collection of photos taken from a class activity called "Planting Day." the use of PS-3 as a way of summarizing an event such as this or a field trip is one possible use. The second video, "Mystery Photos" includes student narration and photos taken by the students. This example demonstrates the use of PS-3 as an interactive and engaging learning tool.

> > Regardless of your source, it is recommended that you save all of the images you will be using in your project in one folder. For example, I may create a folder on my computer called "PS-3 Project Images" and store all of my photos in this folder. This helps organize your project and ensure you can find all of your photos once you start working in the Photo Story application.
 * Example 1: "Mystery Photos" - created by Millridge Elementary Students - mp.wmv
 * Example 2: "Planting Day" - created by Mrs. DeBrow's class, Millridge Elementary - plantingday.wmv
 * **Step 1 - Gathering Photos:** ﻿The first step in creating any Photo Story is to gather the photos you would like to include in your project. These photos can be from online sources such as Flickr or Google images or they may be located on your computer or digital camera. For purposes of this lesson you may use the three photos, located in the table below, or you may use any three digital photos of your choice. The only requirement is that **at least three** photos are included in your completed project.


 * = [[image:frog.jpg width="233" height="219"]] ||= [[image:eagle.jpg width="214" height="214"]] ||= [[image:camel.jpg width="244" height="217"]] ||
 * **NOTE:** You may use these photos in your project. Right Click and select "Save Image As" to save to a folder on your computer. ||

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 * ** Step 2 - Starting Your Photo Story Project: ** Once you have your three photos saved to a folder on your computer you are now ready to begin your Photo Story 3 project. The video tutorial or pages 1 - 2 of the print tutorial will assist you in this process.
 * Tutorial Video: Beginning the Digital Storytelling Process
 * Print Tutorial: Pages 1 - 2
 * ** Lesson Checkpoint: ** At this point in the lesson you will have:
 * opened Photo Story 3 and started a new project
 * imported three photos into your project
 * arranged your photos in the time line
 * saved your project
 * SAVED YOUR WORK!
 * ** Step 3 - Removing Black Borders from Images **: Some images, when imported into PS-3 will have a black border. This is related to the size of the imported image. PS-3 will automatically analyze all imported images and remove the black borders where necessary. The tutorials below describe this process:
 * Tutorial Video: Removing Black Borders
 * Print Tutorial: Page 3


 * //**Click the "Next" button until you arrive at the screen titled "Add a title to your pictures"**//


 * ** Step 4 - Adding Titles to Images: ** In this step you will add titles to your images. The text itself can be anything you would like. Thinking about this from a classroom perspective, the best option is to include text that describes the image. Remember either you will be using PS-3 to teach or students will be using it to create their own products. Adding text is an opportunity to add interest and information to a PS-3 project. The tutorials below describe the process of adding titles:
 * Tutorial Video: Adding Titles to Images
 * Print Tutorial: Page 4


 * //**Click the "Next" button until you arrive at the screen titled "Narrate your pictures and customize motion"**//


 * ** Step 5 - Adding Narration / Voice Over: ** Voice narration is a key component to digital storytelling. This allows students to utilize their own recorded voice to added emotion and interest to their works. In order to complete this step you will need a functioning computer microphone. The tutorial link below will guide you through the process of adding a voice over. You voice over can contain anything (keep it clean of course) that you would like. Please add narration for at least one of the three images in your project.
 * Tutorial Video - Adding Voice Narration


 * ** Lesson Checkpoint: ** At this point in the lesson you will have:
 * removed black borders from your images
 * added titles to your images
 * added voice narration to at least one of your images
 * SAVED YOUR WORK!


 * ** Step 6: Adding Transitions: ** Transitions between slides add an interesting visual element to your project. PS-3 offers several transitions from which to choose. You will be adding at least one of the non-default transitions to your PS-3 project. Use the tutorial below for assistance.
 * Tutorial Video: Adding Transitions


 * ** Lesson Checkpoint: ** At this point in the lesson you will have:
 * added at least one non-default transition between images
 * SAVED YOUR WORK!


 * //**Click the "Next" button until you arrive at the screen titled "Add background music"**//


 * ** Step 7: Adding Background Music :** Background music can be added to your project to further engage your audience. Two sources may be used for background music - background audio files provided within PS-3 or your own personal .mp3 files. The tutorials below will assist you in adding background music. It is easier to utilize the "canned" audio provided by PS-3 but, if you are feeling adventurous, feel free to try to use your own .mp3 files. Either one will suffice for this lesson.
 * Tutorial Video: Adding "canned" PS-3 background music


 * //**Click the "Next" button until you arrive at the screen titled "Save your story"**//


 * ** Step 8: Completing Your Project: ** You are now ready to complete your project and create your final windows media video file. The tutorial below demonstrates how to export your finished PS-3 project as a .wmv file. You should upload your .wmv file to your KSU personal web space and provide a link to the file in the class discussion area on the Blackboard site.
 * Tutorial Video: Completing your project


 * ** Lesson Checkpoint: ** At this point in the lesson you will have:
 * added background music to your project
 * saved and exported your project as a .wmv file


 * Optional Project Components: ** Although not required for this lesson there are features of PS-3 that you may add to your completed project. These add more interest to the photo story.


 * 1) Adding Pans
 * 2) Adding Zooms