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PE6_Flach Final Update

 

I finally finished the Lynda.com tutorials on Flash CS5. It took a really long time! But time well spent. I can't wait to start using this to create fun tools and movies for my classroom. At the end of this, I still prefer Flash Catalyst CS5, it is much easier for me! I'll still be a trooper and try working with Flash.

PE5_Flash Update

This morning I continue working with Flash and experimenting with new tools. I tried creating a project with out asking for help or referencing Lynda.com. I am proud to say, I created my dog Mocha all by myself and having no drawing skill or eye for sketch, I think it came out OK. I am going to continue with Lynda.com today and see how far I can do with that.

PE4_Flash

What have I gotten my self into now?!

My husband is a web designer and computer animator. He has always used Flash and made it look so easy. So, naturally I thought if he could do it, then I could easily learn Flash. HA-Oh how I was wrong.

I began by asking Chad (my husband) to show me the first steps and basic tools. These demonstrations were very helpful, but soon began flying too fast. So I moved on to trusted Lynda.com (which is where my husband first learned Flash!) The Lynda.com tuts are extremely helpful and patient with me. I have been working on the tuts this week and am proud of my progress so far.

I plan on spending most of my weekend working with Flash. It is nice to begin learning tools that my husband and I can collaborate on! It has added one more level to our relationship. This is such fun software, but I think I still prefer Flash Catalyst!

FV_Listening Adventures

Here is my short documentary on a Web 2.0 tool I discovered!

PE3_Google App Update 2

I have finished the Lynda.com tutorials for Google Apps. I have begun creating forms for my classroom and sharing docs with teachers who I work with on different projects. I am very glad I chose this as my Practical Experience for this week. the forms will be very helpful in my job as well as the shared docs.

BP12_OMM Drop Box

Here is my one minute message on great tool!