eZedia World e-Newsletter

1. eZediaMX 3.0.4 FREE Update
eZedia is constantly improving and updating our software. More than ever we'd like to hear from you - tell us what you like, what you don't like and even about the new features you'd like to see in the upcoming eZediaMX 3.1! Simply email us at info@ezedia.ca or join the eZedia Forum to post your suggestions.

eZediaMX 3.0.4 Update drastically improves memory handling and file saving in both eZediaMX and eZedia Player. Please refer to eZediaMX 3.0.4 release notes, eZediaMX documentation or online support for further information.

Download eZediaMX 3.0.4 FREE Update Today!

2. T3 Conference Debuts at InfoComm 02
The T3 - Presentations Technologies, Trends and Tactics Conference will be held June 12th at the Sands Expo and Convention Center in Las Vegas, Nevada to coincide with the InfoComm 02 conference and exposition. The first-of-its-kind, one-day intensive conference will focus on the changing role of visual communications specialists in business and examine changes in technology and communications strategies.

"T3 is unique because it provides valuable information about trends in presentation technology and the real world application of latest interactive and collaborative technologies in today's demanding business environments. Not only is it great to see dynamic new communication tools such as eZediaMX, but the real bonus is to have the company actively participate and sponsor industry events like T3. It demonstrates a solid commitment to presentation professionals and to the industry as a whole. We look forward to eZedia communicating and exchanging ideas with T3 participants," said Ray Guyot, President, Outlook Presentations Ltd.

eZedia is a proud sponsor of this year's T3 conference and will be available for one-on-one personal eZediaMX demonstrations. Please contact Lynne Forsyth or Sam Nimchonok to schedule.

T3 registration is open to presentation professionals, visual communications specialists and communications managers who work in corporations, at independent media companies or as free agents.

3. Easy TV : A Guide to Creating TV Safe eZeMatte Themes
Using eZeMatte is a great way to add flair to your Apple iMovies - but if you are transferring your movie to iDVD or playing it back on a TV screen, there is something you need to remember. On a TV screen, a small part of your movie doesn't show up; the edges!

This is important to consider when creating an eZeMatte theme graphic. A good rule of thumb for this is a 40 pixel border. If elements of your graphic are within 40 pixels of the edge of your movie, there is a good chance they won't be seen on a TV screen. As you can see from the diagram below, creating themes that are very close to the edge of the screen will not be displayed. Instead have your eZeMatte themes take up a little more screen space, and you're ready for TV.

NOT TV Safe Graphic

TV Safe Graphic

To assist in the creation of eZeMatte themes, eZedia has provided templates for use in Photoshop (or other graphics tool).

Download eZeMatte Theme Templates:
640x480
720x480 (NTSC)
720x576 (PAL)

Learn more about eZeMatte for iMovie

4. E-Writing: The Transformation of Concept Map into Lively Multimedia Documents
By Drs. Jane & Michael Madden
Francis Marion University

Summary
Now is an exciting time to be in education, for there is a convergence between possibilities suggested by theories and the tools needed to realize those possibilities in practice. Gardner's Multiple Intelligences provides teachers with ways to recognize and acknowledge diverse student talents, while the Habits of Mind focus attention on what it takes to live and work intelligently, to be excited about the possibilities offered by new challenges and opportunities, and to contribute effectively in real-world environments. Conventional presentation tools designed for business were not well suited to empower a broad range of learners to represent and refine their understandings, to show what they know, and in the process, become more effective communicators. In making powerful communication tools easy to use, eZediaMX is an excellent example of how authoring software can become a means of supporting and enhancing learning. Using eZediaMX in conjunction with complementary tools, such as Inspiration, and good teaching strategies, as suggested in the Structured Writing approach, for example, builds a strong foundation for students. In combination with frameworks like Multiple Intelligences and Habits of Mind, it provides a point of convergence for opportunities to transform learning environments.

E-Writing: The Transformation of Concept Map into Lively Multimedia Documents PDF 2.4 MB E-Writing Appendix PDF 5.9 MB

Structured Writing-Using Inspiration Software to Teach Paragraph Development by Charles Haynes & Kathleen McMurdo

About the Authors
Dr. Jane Madden is an Assistant Professor in the School of Education at Francis Marion University and is the Director of the Grants Development Program on campus. Dr. Michael Madden is a Professor in the School of Education. Both are the co-authors of two successful Preparing Tomorrow's Teachers to Use Technology (PT3) grants. eZedia has been a research partner in both federal grants. No remuneration was received for the writing of this article.

5. What's New at eZedia
Media Coverage
eZedia is very proud to showcase the media coverage recently received.
Check out these publications!

eZedia Forum
eZedia is excited to offer you a new way to connect, share ideas, and discuss our eZediaMX media integration software. Be sure to check out this discussion area for great ideas and innovations, read the FAQs or post a message or question.
Join the eZedia Forum

Online Opinion
Your opinion counts. In the bottom right hand corner of every page on the new eZedia web site, you will see a [+] icon. Click to rate the page, then fill out the comment card. Your feedback will help us further improve our eZedia web site and satisfy our users.

Visit eZedia today!

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