Inspiration Software, 1997. 4 x 3.5in disks, user's manual, symbol guide. Inspiration Software, 1998. The program is easier to use than a standard drawing package, is flexible and appropriate for learning environments, and allows students to focus on the ideas and process of planning, thinking, prioritising and rearranging ideas in a visual way. Students can structure written reports and stories, organise notes and plan for producing multimedia presentations by creating outlines and diagrams such as concept maps, webs, idea maps, plans, and graphical organisers in combination with the other drawing features.
Teachers can also use the package for planning and writing instructional materials.
Making best use of the program requires quality teacher input and direction with meaningful, open-ended tasks presented to students. Using Inspiration is an invaluable resource, with great ideas, case studies and full lesson plans showing how the program can be used in a variety of learning areas. Also available for Macintosh. Myst is arguably one of the best currently on the market, and with its superb graphics is intriguing for any age level from lower secondary to adult. You must let Myst become your world.