INSDSG616 Production of Computer-Based Training
Instructor permission required to register
Course Description
A basic course in developing computer-based presentation programs. Through such programs as Hypercard and Powerpoint, students are introduced to state-of-the-art CBT development software. The course addresses user interface design; the execution of common instructional strategies employed in training products; techniques of graphics production (scanners, clip art, and paint programs) and sound production techniques (Macrecorder and Macintalk); and introductory scripting in HyperTalk. The course is project-based: students work in teams to design, make prototypes, and produce simple CBT or multimedia programs.

Prerequisite: INSDSG 601 or permission of instructor.
Course Video
Video IntroductionClosed Captioned
Academic Information
Credits: 3
Schedule & Fee
Dates: Feb 1 - May 7
Class #: 24139
Course Fee: $1335
Lab Fee: $0
Total Course Fee: $1335
Instructor
Frances Keefe
fran.keefe@umb.edu
Book Information
Required:
  1. e-Learning and the Science of Instruction: Proven Guidelines for Consumers and Designers of Multimedia Learning (2nd Edition) by Ruth Colvin Clark and Richard E. Mayer ISBN # 978-0-7879-8683-4
  2. Better than Bullet Points: Creating Engaging e-learning with PowerPoint by Jane Bozarth ISBN# 978-0-7879-9245-3
Optional:
Essentials of Adobe Captivate 4 by Kevin Siegel ISBN# 1-93273317-5
Additional Information
This course utilizes Adobe Captivate 4 currently only available for windows operating system. Macintosh users will need to download and install a PC emulation software in order to successfully participate in this course.
Wimba Requirement
UMB online courses use Wimba classroom (a live discussion tool) at least twice during the semester. Information about Horizon Wimba can be found at www.dlvpc.umb.edu/wimbasupport.htm. Your course instructor will inform you about dates and times of course meetings in Wimba Classroom.