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An Introduction to Digital Multimedia

Author(s): T.M. Savage, PhD, University of New Hampshire at Manchester
K.E. Vogel, University of New Hampshire at Manchester
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  • ISBN-13: 9780763750527
  • ISBN-10:0763750522
  • Paperback    335 pages      © 2009
Price: International Sales $99.95 US List
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Overview

Digital multimedia is a new form of literacy and a powerful tool of creative expression available to nearly everyone.  Introduction to Digital Multimedia presents the concepts needed to fully understand multimedia as well as create it. Throughout the text, the authors encourage readers to think critically about the nature of the tools and media they use in order to be more effective, efficient, and creative in their own project development.  The text also provides a clear introduction to all the basic concepts and tools of digital multimedia, including the fundamentals of digital data and computer hardware and software, making it appropriate for a first course in computing as well as courses in specific multimedia topics. A multimedia timeline as well as a historical overview of the evolution of multimedia thought and technologies provide background on early visions and possible future innovations.  Introduction to Digital Multimedia is the ideal text for those interested in delving into the vast world of multimedia computing.

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A Multimedia Timeline summarizes significant events in the evolution of the technology.

Each chapter opens with reading objectives and concludes with a summary of key concepts.

Key terms are clearly identified within the chapter and listed at the end of the chapter.  A comprehensive glossary provides quick reference to all key terms.

Review and discussion questions at the end of each chapter are designed to assess students comprehension and application of the content presented in the chapter.

Graphics and screen capture illustrations provide visual reinforcement to key concepts.

The text closes with a discussion of careers in multimedia development and provides an overview of positions and responsibilities of multimedia development teams.

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1.   The Multimedia Revolution
2.   Digital Data
3.   Computer Hardware
4.   Computer Software
5.   Text
6.   Graphics
7.   Sound
8.   Video
9.   Animation
10. Authoring
11. Multimedia Development
12. Professional Issues in Multimedia Development


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T.M. Savage, PhD-University of New Hampshire at Manchester

Dr. Savage, along with Professor Vogel, have developed conference workshops and presentations for topics on multimedia tools and applications as well as creating applications for several courses at UNHM. They developed and teach an introductory multimedia course as part of the University's CIS curriculum. From the early days of the Macintosh computer and HyperCard, they recognized the potential of multimedia for developing new forms of communication and instruction. As the technology and software tools have matured and become mainstream, they continue to explore the uses of multimedia for business, education, and person communication. Their text, An Introduction to Digital Multimedia, emerges from over 12 years of work with digital media and reflects their fascination with the potential of digital media as a revolutionary communication medium.

K.E. Vogel-University of New Hampshire at Manchester

Professor Vogel, along with Dr. Savage, have developed conference workshops and presentations for topics on multimedia tools and applications as well as creating applications for several courses at UNHM. They developed and teach an introductory multimedia course as part of the University's CIS curriculum. From the early days of the Macintosh computer and HyperCard, they recognized the potential of multimedia for developing new forms of communication and instruction. As the technology and software tools have matured and become mainstream, they continue to explore the uses of multimeda for business, education, and person communication. Their text, An Introduction to Digital Multimedia, emerges from over 12 years of work with digital media and reflects their fascination with the potential of digital media as a revolutionary communication medium.

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  • An Introduction to Digital Multimedia is a thorough and engrossing overview of a broad topic, well designed for the serious student of this ever-changing arena.

    Will Mahoney-Watson, for Notable Book Reviews
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