Taking some time to get organized and plan your media project will ensure that all of your group members are on the same page and creating a cohesive project. There are a number of ways to do this - you can even use pen/paper. Keep scrolling through to learn more and see some recommended technology tools.
Mind Mapping Tools:
Image credit: PT002: Figure 2.2 by Rosenfeld Media. Used under CC BY.
Be sure to check out the storyboarding page for advice and tool recommendations.
Storyboarding is the process of drawing out the plan for a video or linear project, such as a Prezi.
This process can also be a helpful way for you to plan out how to screencast or add voice narration to your creations.
Image credit: Storyboard Template by 70Jack90 used under CC BY-SA 3.0
We think that this Piktochart Blog: Layout Cheat Sheet for infographics has the potential to be helpful in mapping other types of projects.
Wireframing: creating a visual guide for a nonlinear project, such as a website
This blog post offers a good explanation and additional slideshow examples of wireframes.
FIRST: As a group, confirm your audience, purpose, and topic
What does your audience already know and what do you need to explain?
What is the scope of your topic? [note: this may continue to evolve via research]
SECOND: Research, read, & learn
THIRD: Begin storyboard/wireframe
Group closely related concepts and information sources
Determine an order
If you are creating something freeform, your viewers don’t necessarily have to go in a set order, but they will always start somewhere - make sure you provide a solid introduction and clear navigational options
Create a visual of your project’s progression or layout/structure
On the visual, identify where specific pieces of information, media, and attributions should go
FOURTH: Review and revise as necessary
Identify areas where additional information or media may be needed
Have someone from your intended audience give you feedback
If you have specific questions, reach out to a classmate, your professor, or your librarians
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