Getting Started With authorPOINT An introduction to developing multimedia presentations using authorPOINT software.

What is authorPOINT? “authorPOINT is a PowerPoint to Flash plug-in tool that works as a toolbar inside PowerPoint to create SCORM compliant Flash presentations for your LMS. You will find the authorPOINT menu and tool bar in your PowerPoint window. Simply install authorPOINT. Then open your PowerPoint presentation and you are ready to begin capturing your synchronized authorPOINT presentation by clicking the capture button. You can capture audio only, to complete audio/video, and save to Macromedia Flash 8 Format, Windows Media or Real Media.”

In simple terms… Synchronized multimedia –PowerPoint slides –Audio and Video Distribute –Internet –eLearning –CD distribution –Mobile devices

In simple terms… Converts From –PowerPoint slides –Audio and Video Converts To –Flash –Windows Media –Real Media –Flash for pocket PC

Software Licenses Who can have a copy? CPCC employees –Work computers –Home computers Who cannot have a copy? Non-employees General public CPCC Students –Student labs

What do I need to use it? Meet the minimum system requirements to run the authorPOINT software. –Most already meet these requirements. –XP, PowerPoint, players, etc. –Check web site for most recent.

What do I need to use it? Supply a source for audio and / or video into your computer. –Pre-recorded A/V files –A desktop microphone –An audio headset microphone –Webcam or camcorder –A digital camera with video

What do I need to use it? Do you want to be able to hear what you develop? –Desktop speakers –Headphones –An audio headset Testing, testing… 1, 2,3… Is this thing on?

What do I need to use it? Requires a PowerPoint presentation Launches from within PowerPoint application

How do I get a copy? From the authorPOINT product web site. – –Select “authorPOINT” from the products featured –Download and install the trial version

How do I get a copy? Workstations’ Windows XP Control Panel On-Campus Workstations Control Panel Add or Remove Programs Add New Programs Select “authorPOINT” “Add” or “Install” button

Support Resources How do I get support for authorPOINT? Instructional Development and eLearning Primary support contact General inquiries Request software key Development assistance Training requests Call (704) or for

Support Resources How do I get support for authorPOINT? CPCC’s eLearning Community “The eLearning Community will be CPCC’s primary online arena providing vital information about eLearning, showcasing eLearning initiatives, providing on-demand professional development training and enhancing faculty communication concerning the uses of technology in the classroom.” Resources, tutorials, FAQ’s, training, tips-and-tricks, documentations, links, etc.

Support Resources How do I get support for authorPOINT? Information Technology Services (ITS) Help Desk Does not formally support authorPOINT Resolve general desktop issues Technical errors Call (704) or for

Conclusion: Getting Started With authorPOINT If you have any questions, for What authorPOINT is and does authorPOINT licensing restrictions What resources are needed to use authorPOINT How to get a copy of authorPOINT Available authorPOINT support resources