This section is geared to all ages. Neptune Media World is constantly creating educational animations and interactive modules about computer graphics and new media. The links below will help you get started if you are a beginner. For the advanced developers, please email me at nmediaworld@gmail.com.
In addition to the media resources below, please see some
of my educational work for the Learning Technologies Project
(LTP) at http://www.grc.nasa.gov/WWW/K-12/.
Current Media training modules:
Introduction to Computer Graphics:
This section covers the basic vocabulary of graphics. What
are pixels? What is the difference between a JPG and a GIF
are discussed. Other file formats, and other graphics terms
will be added.
Web development:
This sections covers web development including HTML coding
(formatting, graphics, links, etc.), software programs, 508
complaince and other web related topics.
Adobe's Flash software:
This popular section covers the fundamentals of Flash. We
will cover animation, actionscripting, and some game development.
You are allowed to use the Flash tutorials for learning purposes
only...if you need to use something in a commercial application,
please place a visible credit on your product/animation/project with Neptune
Media World's website link: www.neptunemediaworld.com
Adobe's Dreamweaver software:
This popular section covers the fundamentals of Dreamweaver. We
will cover html, linking, and site management.
CD-ROM development:
This section covers the basics of creating your own CD-ROM
for distribution including content creation, CD-ROM preparation,
and other multimedia related topics.
3D Modeling and Animation:
Video Editing and Compositing:
We will learn how to use common video editing programs, what
the video terms mean, and how to put your movie on to a CD,
VHS, or DVD. In the advanced sections, we will cover compositing
and special effects.