Unit xx. Multimedia – I’m an app developer

This unit is planned but development has not yet started. Our plans may change in the future as we continue to review our scheme of learning.

Unit description

Using software to create interactive, non-linear offline content.

Unit career

I’m an app developer

“As a an app developer, I specialise in creating engaging and interactive educational content. My work involves multimedia, the combination of text, images, audio, video, and interactive elements. I aim to make complex subjects accessible and enjoyable. My goal is to inspire and educate by transforming traditional educational materials into interactive experiences.”

Key Question

All the activities in this unit enable students to answer the key question:

How do we design interactive multimedia experiences that let users explore content non‑linearly using buttons, triggers, and rich media elements?

Knowledge statements

This is achieved by students studying 4 “Learn-it” lessons, each of which focus on one knowledge statement:

1. Know how to use software such as Appshed or PowerPoint to create interactive content.
   • E.g. a multimedia guide to the planets of the solar system, dogs or countries of the world.
2. Know how to combine text, sound, graphics and video on a single stage to create a more immersive experience.
3. Know how to use buttons to create non-linear navigation pathways.
4. Know how to use triggers to start effects after a user interaction.

What is included in this unit?

• Teacher guide providing a detailed overview of the unit.
• 6 Lesson folders:
  • 4 “Learn-it” lessons with a teacher PowerPoint and student workbook.
  • 1 “Make-it” lesson with assessment materials for teachers and students.
  • 1 “Review-it” lesson with an end of topic MCQ test, assessment grid, peer assessment and self-reflection.
• Any additional resources and materials needed for the activities are provided in the lesson folders.
• 6 detailed lesson plans explaining how to teach the 3 lesson phases.
• Extension activities with model answers.
• 3 independent homework question sheets supported by 3 online videos hosted on Tella.