Lecture01

Interactive Media Authoring

Overview

• Interactive Multimedia: Computer-delivered systems allowing user control over various media (text, sound, video, graphics, animation).

• Integration: Combines computing, memory storage, digital data, and other technologies.

• Applications: Used in training programs, video games, encyclopedias, and travel guides.

• Trend: Rapid development of teaching materials based on computers, particularly in interactive multimedia.

Related Industries

• Adult Education & Workplace Learning:

  • Education institutions

  • Commercial trainers

  • Employers

  • Non-profits

• Education Levels:

  • Preschool to post-secondary education

  • Tertiary education

Multimedia Authoring Tools

• Digital Learning Applications:

  • Adobe Animate, Adobe Director, Unity, Game Salad, Appery.io

• E-Learning Courseware:

  • Adobe Captivate, Articulate Rise, Articulate Storyline, Elucidat, Easygenerator, PowerPoint

Users of Multimedia Authoring Tools

• Roles:

  • Web Developers: Add interactivity to web pages.

  • Animators: Create animations for video or web.

  • Developers: Build apps for various platforms.

  • Educators: Create interactive learning materials.

  • Software Developers: Models of applications for demonstration.

  • Software Publishers: Product tutorials for training materials.

  • Exhibit Designers: Touchscreen kiosks for information at exhibitions.

Courseware

• Definition: Combination of 'course' and 'software'; initially described additional educational materials for teachers or tutorials.

• Evolution: Now refers to entire courses, comprising lessons, tests, and resources, often in various formats (web, PDF).

Role of Learning Applications

• Assistance Offered:

  • Facilitate learning and control the learning process.

  • Provide resource access and support.

• Instruction Process:

  • Information presentation, guidance for interaction, practice, and assessment.

Computer-Aided Instruction (CAI)

• Definition: Instruction presented on a computer, includes various terms like Computer Assisted Learning, Computer Based Education, etc.

Instructional Approaches in Learning Applications

• Types include:

  • Drill and Practice

  • Tutorials

  • Simulations

  • Instructional games

  • Problem-solving

  • Educational Resources

Common Learning Applications Characteristics

• Includes:

  • Text or multimedia content

  • Multiple-choice questions and problems

  • Immediate feedback

  • Performance summaries and practice exercises

Elements of Multimedia Applications

1. Text: Emphasizes points with styles, fonts, and colors.

2. Image: More impactful than text.

3. Audio: Presents information efficiently.

4. Video: Offers information beyond standard lectures (e.g., medical operations).

5. Animation: Clarifies concepts and demonstrates changes over time.

6. User Control: Allows navigation through multimedia applications.

Benefits of Multimedia Learning

• Understanding: Enhances connections between verbal and visual information.

• Problem Solving: Stimulated by multimedia elements.

• Emotional Impact: Positive emotions lead to better learning outcomes.

• Information Access: Learners can easily search and find information.

References

• Cvetković, D. (2019). Interactive Multimedia - Multimedia Production and Digital Storytelling.

• Giddings, D. et al. (2002). OECD Thematic Review On Adult Learning: Canada.

• Chioran, A. (2016). 5 Benefits of Multimedia Learning.

• Cherednichenko, S. (2021). M-Learning: Types of Educational Apps.

• UKEssays. (2018). Multimedia Applications for Educational Purposes.

• Hameed, S. et al. (2009). Impact of the E-learning Package on Student Learning Experience.

Contact Information

• Email: farah@utem.edu.my

• Website: http://ftmk.utem.edu.my/farah