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Multimedia in Libraries(and in the Columbia
Libraries)
Madeleine Fix-HansenDigital Multimedia Assistant
Columbia University Libraries
Define: Multimedia in LibrariesA loose definition:
Using audio recordings, screencast tutorials, digital images/graphic design and digital video to present library content in the form of time-based media to library users.
Define: Multimedia in LibrariesBUT:
The definition of multimedia is vast and includes a wide variety of new web-based tools, such as digital collections (still images), blogs, wikis, web-based widgets (or tools), mobile devices and more ….
Define: Multimedia in LibrariesToday’s presentation focuses on making content: audio files, Camtasia screencasts, graphics & a bit of video: time-based media.
“Now Showing” at the Libraries:• iTunes University: Friends of
the Libraries
• Library Essentials tutorials: redefining a content series (LWeb & iTunes)
• Avery Arts & Architecture Recent Acquisitions program (annual)
• Camtasia production avenues: Camtasia Production Kit & loaner laptop
iTunes University
http://itunes.columbia.edu/ + iTunes software on your computer + iPod or other portable media device.
Define: Content SeriesA public-facing set of digital multimedia files that are thematically grouped, cohesively designed & presented to users.
Like a radio broadcast or a television show, a content series (usually) contains multiple files.
Define: Public-FacingContent provided to the public to display & share the work an institution is engaged in.
Photo credit: Mobile Community Designhttp://www.mobilecommunitydesign.com/blog_archives/2005_03_01_mcd_archive.html
iTunes University: Friends of the Libraries
From lecture series to podcast:
Friends of the Columbia Libraries is an audio content series that providesof Friends of the Libraries lectures in digital format. Contact: Jen Rutner, Assessment & Marketing Librarian for more information.
iTunes University: Friends of the Libraries
How was it made?
1.Audio files recorded with portable audio recorder2.Audio files edited & produced using Audacity & GarageBand3.Audio files uploaded into iTunes University
Instructional Content: Library Essentials
Instructional screencast tutorials on CLIO topics, “Finding e-Images” and “Managing Reference Citations”
Instructional Content: Library Essentials, Screencasting & Camtasia Studio
Library Essentials tutorials are created with Camtasia Studio (software by TechSmith)
Camtasia Studio is a best practice software used to create screencasting/image/video multimedia tutorials and projects
Screencasting is a term that refers to recording computer software & interface demonstrations for learning purposes
How Was It Made?Library Essentials, Screencasting & Camtasia Studio
More information about Camtasia: http://www.techsmith.com/camtasia.asp
Where Can I Find It?Library Essentials, Screencasting & Camtasia Studio
Library Essentials on LWeb: http://www.columbia.edu/cu/lweb/services/workshops/essentials/inde
x.html
Where Can I Find It?Library Essentials, Screencasting & Camtasia Studio
Library Essentials in iTunes: http://www.columbia.edu/cu/lweb/services/workshops/essentials/inde
x.html
Instructional Content: Library Essentials, Screencasting & Camtasia Studio
Creating an instructional tutorial content series as a collaborative process:
Library Essentials involves many people: librarians (content creators and subject specialists), Libraries Digital Programs Division (technical support, content hosting/workflow, content series formatting) and CCNMTL (original design & instructional content development).
Instructional Content: Library Essentials, Screencasting & Camtasia Studio
Mission Statement:
Scope: Library Essentials offer users guidance on using Columbia Library resources for research activities.
Format: Library Essentials may exist in a variety of formats (video, audio, text); since they are modular they may appear in a variety of contexts (subject guides, CourseWorks research guides, beside pertinent resources in Library Web, individual reference correspondence).
For more information, please contact [email protected] Anice Mills: [email protected] DiPasquale: [email protected]
Instructional Content: Library Essentials, Screencasting & Camtasia Studio
The Camtasia Production Kit
The Camtasia Production Kit is a guide to creating a Library Essentials or other Online Tutorial within the Columbia University Libraries.
It is located online:http://www.columbia.edu/library/screencastkit
The kit provides basic directions & graphics for you to use when creating screencasts.
Slideshow Video ContentSharing the story of an eventaudio essays + images = video:
The Avery Architectural & Fine Arts Library Recent Acquisitions project
Avery Architectural & Fine Arts Library Recent Acquisitions projectHow was it made?
1. Still images photographed2. Graphics created & edited with PhotoShop (or other image editor)3. Essays written by librarian curators4. Audio recording with Camtasia Studio Pro5. Editing & compressing with Camtasia Studio Pro
Multimedia in Libraries: Types of Projects
Institutional Documentary, Commemoration & Events
Instructional Tutorials
Digital Collections Highlights & Processes
Storytelling from the User Community
Student made work
HUMOR & CREATIVITY
Marketing & Communications
