In this class, my expectation for a highly interactive class was met. I was eager to know how multimedia and interactive learning differs from usual learning. During the class, I learned that multimedia learning content is recognized by the presence of pictures, video, sound, animation, text, and any combination that is organized into a form of the coherent program (Mayer, 2014). Multimedia tools help me to understand the challenges that might arise in real-life situations. For example, YouTube videos are a great way of interactive learning. It helps learners to recognize the challenges that might arise during problem-solving in the real workplace environment. Videos and photos enable learners to play back and capture a context that could not be accurately captured in the classroom.
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Multimedia and interactive learning stimulates understanding because they leverage the brain’s power of making connections between verbal content and visual representations. The modern scope of learning that requires higher-level thinking, collaborative skills, and problem-solving is supported by multimedia and interactive tools.
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Sharing multimedia information in the class and participation in class is done more conveniently using PowerPoint presentations, video calls, skype, WhatsApp, and WeChat, thereby helping learners to access information and build confidence through interactions. According to Juliani (2014), learning through interactive and multimedia tools help learners to access a large pool of information using digital and smart devices. Non-digital technologies such as music helped me to learn through songs. Businesses and learning institutions should now integrate interactive tools and multimedia content to stimulate learning.
References
Mayer, R. E. (Ed.). (2014). The Cambridge Handbook of Multimedia Learning (2nd ed.). Cambridge University Press. https://doi.org/10.1017/CBO9781139547369.
Juliani, A. J. (2014, January 31). The Hidden Importance of Teaching With Stories. A.J. JULIANI. http://ajjuliani.com/hidden-importance-teaching-stories/
October 3, 2021 at 9:11 pm
I liked that you talked about how Youtube can help a lot with interactive learning. Growing up, a lot of teachers were hesitant to use too many videos or multimedia platforms because they thought it may take away from learning. However, we’re now finding that using multimedia has a lot of benefits when it comes to learning, like keeping students engaged and facilitating more interactive learning. Youtube has also helped me with learning English, and without the use of that digital platform, I think my English skills would be less. By using Youtube, I was able to have access to many different English lessons and much more exposure to it.
October 4, 2021 at 1:34 am
Thank you Tobylee