This presentation outlines strategies, resources and examples of ways to promote student engagement in the learning process. Specific resources and tools for creating animated presentations, dynamic video content, cartoon animations, interactive exercises, and video email will be discussed. Beginner, intermediate and advanced techniques for developing highly visual content employing the use of images while avoiding copyright infringement issues will be outlined. The presenter will outline the creation process and provide helpful tips for efficiently creating the materials while remaining mindful of potential copyright issues. The presentation will offer suggestions that can be incorporated by instructors with beginner, intermediate and advanced technology skills. In order to reduce accessibility barriers to developing their instructional content, many of the resources selected for the review are available for free or at a reduced education rate.
