On the use of new methods and multimedia

In the STEPS project the working group WG2 studied "New teaching and learning methods" and "The use of new multimedia". Both were surveyed in Bachelor and Master studies of all STEPS members An inventory among universities and alumni on tools, software, programming languages and the importance of transferable skills was made. A list of categorized methods, tools and transferable skills resulted. The WG2 evaluated MultiMedia (MM) with the MPTL group. In 2009 the project STEPS TWO started. The WG2 focuses on project-based and student centred learning, also trying out some best practice materials with students and teachers. We address some problems found in categorizing and evaluating methods and materials We describe some didactical aspects and conditions for an effective integration of MM.