Decide What - Select a reading lesson with longevity that you already have and use regularly. YOU have been the medium for multimedia- bringing music, film clips, background information, explanations to class. Research shows that students need to be retaught to read when working in a foreign language. A guided reading can prompt students to use reading strategies that they use in their native language. Can't lose the assignment etc.
Many authentic texts require several lessons for students to penetrate the layers of meaning.
Creating multimedia lessons takes time. Choose a text which lends itself to multiple assignments- then use the annotations, links to other web sites, news groups, chat groups, etc. to peel the layers of the onion and create a mini immersion atmosphere. Self Standing - students should be able to complete the assignment without explicit instructions beforehand. Make the program navigable. Place the address and your e-mail address at the bottom.