The Macintosh iLife 09 in the Classroom [Paperback]

Jim Heid (Author), Ted Lai (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 0321601335 | ISBN-13: 978-0321601339 | Publication Date: July 19, 2009 | Edition: 1

With tools for photography, moviemaking, music creation, and more, Apple's iLife software can enhance just about any educational experience. The real power comes when all of these programs are used together, and in this fully updated book, longtime digital media guru Jim Heid, along with education expert Ted Lai, provide teachers with both the technical detail they need to work with the software (including an interactive tour of the iLife '09 suite) and the lesson plans and projects they need to get students using the tools creatively and effectively.

Teachers learn by doing as the book steps them through projects that teach iLife basics. They can then choose from among full lessons or mini lessons (that can be taught in an afternoon or just over a day or two). The lessons include projects to share that knowledge with students, student tip sheets, and more. This book is beautifully illustrated with updated coverage that includes the latest products in iLife '09 (now available for US$79): iPhoto '09 (including the revolutionary new Faces and Places features that allows users to organize their photos based on who's in them); iMovie '09 (including new Animated Travel Maps that enhance vacation movies with eye-catching animations); GarageBand '09; iWeb '09; and more. These amazing applications bring out the creative spirit in everyone.

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About the Author

Jim Heid is one of the most highly regarded computer authors and trainers in the United States. A columnist for Macworld magazine since 1985, he has also been the personal technology columnist for the Los Angeles Times, a frequent contributor to PC World, Internet World, and Newsweek magazines. He is the author of several best-selling books, including previous editions of The Macintosh iLife. Jim is editorial director and a partner in Avondale Media, producers of DVD-based instruction and conferences. Ted Lai has years of experience in education and currently works for the Los Angeles County Office of Education. Ted also worked on the previous editions of The Macintosh iLife in the Classroom.

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Product Details

• Paperback: 504 pages
• Publisher: Peachpit Press; 1 edition (July 19, 2009)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0321601335
• ISBN-13: 978-0321601339
• Product Dimensions: 9.1 x 8.5 x 1.1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 3 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #972,788 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #17 in Books > Computers & Technology > Apple > iLife

More About the Author

Jim Heid describes himself as a poster child for Apple's iLife software: he has been taking photos, making movies, and playing music since he was a kid. His best-known book series, "The Macintosh iLife," is the world's top-selling line of iLife books.

He began writing about personal computers in 1980, when he computerized his home-built ham radio station with a Radio Shack TRS-80 Model I. As Senior Technical Editor of one of the first computer magazines, Kilobaud Microcomputing, he began working with Mac prototypes in 1983. He began writing for Macworld magazine in 1984, and is now a Senior Contributor. He has also written for PC World, Internet World, and Newsweek magazines, and wrote a weekly, nationally syndicated technology column for the Los Angeles Times.

Jim is a frequent speaker at user groups, conferences, and other events. He has taught at the Kodak Center for Creative Imaging in Camden, Maine, at the University of Hawaii, and at dozens of technology conferences in between.

Jim blogs about iLife and digital media topics at www.macilife.com.

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6 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars One For Every Classroom and Maybe Your Home, August 4, 2009

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Hartley J. Jackson (Lyndonville, VT United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: The Macintosh iLife 09 in the Classroom (Paperback)

Peachpit Press has inserted a complete "The Macintosh iLife '09" by Jim Heid in the middle of book about using the Macintosh iLife '09 in the classroom by Ted Lai.

Jim Heid is the author of the top selling Macintosh iLife book. He also helped Apple develop their excellent tutorials which he refers to in the book.

The Macintosh iLife '09 shows how to use and get more use out of the integrated iPhoto, iMovie, iDVD, GarageBand, and iWeb. applications. It has become the best selling iLife book because it is very good. After reviewing the book for our Macintosh user group, I bought it. I am currently enjoying using it to increase my use of my photos, and recommend it highly. You probably have read about "The Macintosh iLife '09" in other reviews or have seen earlier versions of this fine book.

Ted Lai is the Director of Technology and Media Services at the Fullerton School District and an Apple Distinguished Educator. He has been called the PodPiper because of his lectures in the use of the iPod in education.

"The Macintosh iLife '09 in the Classroom" begins with Ted Lai's thoughts about integrating technology in the classroom. He talks about using iLife to engage students in learning activities that do more than enhance learning, they transform it. He writes in language that teachers understand, telling them to begin with the end in mind and think about what they really want the students to learn. He advises teachers to start small and describes mini lessons that are easy ways for teachers to design digital projects and learn iLife applications.

iLife's integration and careful design makes it easy. The teacher should know what the menus do, and not be afraid when a student asks a technology question that the teacher cannot answer. The teacher can empower the students, saying "I am sure you or another student can figure it out and show us how to do it." Create success through publishing.

Ted Lai covers the software and hardware tools that can help you transform the learning process. He describes how to develop full lesson plans, create the project, refine the project, and publish it. He does all that in just 30 pages.

Next, the book contains a full complete copy of "The Macintosh iLife '09" by Jim Heid.

Then, Ted Lai completes his book providing 13 Mini-Lessons he calls Appetizers, and 5 Full Lessons called Entrees.

The Appetizers include descriptions, steps, and extras for creating engaging projects. One of the 13 Appetizers uses Text Edit or Pages, the built in iSight camera and Photo Booth, iPhoto, and a Color Printer for a project called The Monster in Me.

The Entrees are full lesson plans such as those teachers are familiar with but with iLife technology difference. One of the 5 Entrees uses Macintosh computers, a video camera, props and costumes as appropriate, a tripod and optional microphones, and iMovie to create a new 30 to 60 second commercial to sell a product or idea. Ted Lai provides advice to limit the amount of time required to complete the projects.

I believe every classroom should have Macintosh computers with iLife, iWork, and "The Macintosh iLife '09 in the Classroom." If you are interested in education or creating projects for your children, you might want to buy this book instead of "The Macintosh iLife '09."

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A sure Cat's MEOW!, October 28, 2009

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D. Cooper "Gadget Gypsy" (Arizona, USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: The Macintosh iLife 09 in the Classroom (Paperback)

Clear, detailed information. Notes on important steps to remember or to refer back to. It is still a bit on the pricey side; but the time it saves makes up for it and the shipping was free (I consider it included then I feel better about the overall price ;-)

A reference that is well worth having on my bookshelf!

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars iLife 09 classroom book, September 8, 2009

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J. Brooks "Music Maker" (North Carolina) - See all my reviews
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Very well written, easy to follow, learning disk included to follow along with lessons. High recommend.