Authorware 7.0

Macromedia Authorware is the only tool of its kind that empowers non-programmers to visually create interactive, rich media e-learning applications that are accessible and standards-compatible. Authorware 7 enables learning developers and instructional designers to deliver highly effective content that can be deployed online or on fixed media more easily than ever. Use the familiar Macromedia user interface to import Microsoft PowerPoint presentations and create highly interactive rich content. New LMS Knowledge Objects take the complexity out of connecting to standards-compliant learning management systems. With Authorware 7, you can implement company-wide computer-based training for your sales staff, develop interactive lessons for trainers, or create instructional CDs—and more.

Macromedia Authorware integrates graphics, sound, animation, text, and video into compelling e-learning experiences. Macromedia Authorware 7 uses the same intuitive user interface that is featured across the Macromedia MX product line while retaining the product's visual flowline authoring metaphor and drag-and-drop functionality. Macromedia Authorware 7 now supports the import of DVD video so that this popular video format can be used in Authorware interactive applications.

Authorware also enables developers to deliver AICC/ADL-SCORM compatible courseware, and the latest version adds learning management system Knowledge Objects that make it easier to communicate between the application and the LMS. In addition, a Learning Object Content Packager helps developers organize and upload content to the LMS. The packager compiles the metadata, Authorware files and resources, and an XML manifest into an ADL SCORM-compatible zip file. The product imports and exports XML to create data-driven applications, supports JavaScript to enable additional programming depth, and enables all product properties to be scripted, allowing developers to create commands, Knowledge Objects, and extensible content.

SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS:

Authoring:

Intel Pentium processor or higher
Microsoft Windows 98 SE, Windows 2000, and Windows XP (Windows XP preferred)
64 MB free available system RAM to open one application (128 MB recommended)
Additional RAM to open multiple applications simultaneously
120 MB hard disk space
800 x 600 monitor resolution and higher

Playback:

Windows
Intel Pentium processor or higher
Microsoft Windows 98 SE, 2000, Me, XP, NT 4, or later
32 MB RAM

Macintosh
Apple PowerMac G3 or higher
Apple Mac OS X (10.1.5 or later recommended), or 8.6 or later with Carbon Library
32 MB RAM