Lesson Plans Book Includes Digital Chisel SW

Aimed at teachers who want to incorporate multimedia into the classroom, Cool Multimedia Lesson Plans includes a CD-ROM trial version of the Digital Chisel multimedia authoring package.

Written by an educator, Dr. Angie Parker, the book includes over 100 activities with detailed explanations. All lesson plans are cross-curricular and may be adapted for any teaching style.

Using Digital Chisel as a starting point, Cool Multimedia Lesson Plans gives examples of various multimedia projects, and further guidance to get teachers involved in creating their own lessons. Pierian Spring Software, Portland, OR, (800) 472-8578, www.pierian.com. WM

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