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reporting: LINKS week
1-march 24 At 4:30pm on Monday, March 24, 2003, the Reporting Group met with Rabieh Razzouk in the Digital Learning Collaboratory (DLC) to discuss current plans for the project. We were shown the manuals that nobody looks at for the various Adobe and Macromedia programs that are available on the computers. In particular, we viewed both the manual and help guide for Adobe Premiere v6.5, and between the two binders, the text numbered to more than eight-hundred pages. In addition to the texts, Mr. Razzouk signed into a ÒReservedÓ computer and showed us the basic layout of Adobe Premiere. He would like to meet with the Task List Group Ð at their convenience Ð to show them the basics of the program, because not only would it cut down some of their research, he would be able to better explain precisely what he would like to see in the documentation. He also described a few of the basic functions of the program; the user can import a film file, place it on a timeline, edit it, then compress and export it. In order to aid in our research, he informed us that if we need to use a digital camera or a ÒReservedÓ computer at any time, all we have to do is ask. When this project is finally finished, the manual will be available both electronically and as hardcopies, but he does not want straight text. The document must be very quick and easy-to-read for beginner users, complete with "step-by-step" instructions, as a substitute to an aid. In regards to the short report, Mr. Razzouk seemed unaware of this portion of the project, as his focus is on the software documentation. We met with Rabieh on Monday at 4:30 in the DLC. We discussed where the class stood with each groups tasks and what needed to be done this week to make efficient use of the time we have. The task group has still has not met with Rabieh to look over Adobe Premiere. He said that he had met with Betty, and that was it. She seemed to have a clear understanding of the basics of the program. Even though the class as a whole went over the program on Thursday, the task group still needs to meet with Rabieh to go over more of the program. He also wants to meet with them so he can tell them specifically what he wants included in the quick guide, and in what order he wants them. He has a few ideas for the task list group to actually record something on the camcorder, which you can reserve in the DLC, and use that to play with the program and figure out the details of it. This needs to be done ASAP so that we ensure that we are making the best use of our time. We only have five weeks to get the majority of this done, so efficiency is the key. We showed Rabieh the timeline on the Engl. 203 website so that he could keep up to date with us, and see what was going on for each week. Rabieh informed us that there would be a workshop for Adobe Premiere on Wednesday, 11am-4pm and Thursday, 9am-2pm of this week. It would be in the best interest for a member from each group to go to this and see the program in action. There will be a presentation by Ginger on Wednesday at 2pm in Stew 310 entitled, ÒIf I Can Do It, So Can YouÓ, where she will talk about being a first time user and how easy it is to learn the program. That might be of some interest also. I think that a couple of us from the research group were going to try to go. It should only last a half hour or so. For the usability group, Rabieh said that he is willing to give them a schedule of times that students reserve computers for the use of Adobe Premiere. This will help them to find students to study and observe for the tests. Also, students in the lab would be willing to talk to the usability group about troubleshooting, usability, and the program itself. Remember, it is best to get a hold of Rabieh by email. This way a time can be set up that will work for everybody. He is very flexible and willing to work with us on this as much as possible, and he is eager to see us get things started. On Friday, April 4 at 4:30pm, we met with Rabieh to discuss how class time was used during the week. We also provided an update from each group. Chris from the Documentation Group joined us and a basic template for the final product was drawn out for him. Rabieh will give a list of topics for the Task List Group, and we discussed the possibility of him giving another demo to the class. It was also considered that he visit the class during scheduled class time, as numerous conflicts for other dates exist. Additionally, we borrowed a digital camcorder from the DLC over the weekend, and we compiled footage. During the week, we will create film files from the tape and experiment with the editing software. Overview Group
Research Overview Communication
with the Client (DLC) Communication
with the Client (PW) week 6-april 28 As we close in on the end of the project, the meetings with the client are becoming shorter and shorter. Discussions are basically limited to minor setbacks and general updates. MondayÕs meeting with Rabieh contained some information that may be of interest to the class, but nothing that needs to be addressed in a panic Setbacks Other Updates All of the groups are working diligently to finish their roles in this project. Most deadlines seem to be met and the documents should be in final drafts by the due date. The Reporting Group has taken the suggestions of the class and of the instructor and will be expanding the drafts of the two reports in class on Tuesday. Any other suggestions as to how to make the close of the project go more smoothly can be discussed during class meeting tomorrow. reports Drafts DLC Final DLC last.updated 5.04.03
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