Multimedia
Approach in Education
SABARISH-P
M.Sc., M.Ed., JRF & NET
Lecturer in Physical Science, Arafa Institute for Teacher Education
Attur, Thrissur.
Ø Multimedia - Definition
Digital
integration of Text, Graphics, Animation, Audio, Still images, Motion Video.
Ø Nature of Multimedia Approach
·
Multimedia
approach uses a number of media, devices, techniques in the teaching learning
process.
·
Multimedia
approach can convey vast information and provide many sources from which
student can access the information.
·
Multimedia
approach will improve the teaching learning process.
·
Multimedia
approach is not restricted to a single type of learning style. It can provide
the support of a wide range of activities.
·
Multimedia
approach aims at providing meaningful learning experience via a mix of media in
order to achieve predetermined objectives.
·
Multimedia
approach provides the opportunity to gain mastery of competencies and skills.
·
The
choice of the media has to be done carefully so that one does not hamper or
reduce the effect of the other. That is each media must complement the other.
·
Multimedia
approach will enable the learner to get access to information in dynamic
environment.
Ø Procedure for Adopting Multimedia Approach
The following are the six steps to be followed while
adopting the Multimedia Approach
·
First Stage
In this stage the teacher initiates the teaching – learning
activities.
Teacher deliver a well prepared lesson based on the
objectives formulated.
Teacher could use a variety of media for his presentation.
·
Second Stage
Teacher demonstrates a specific and specialized unit using a
mix of media.
The teacher may provide learner with programmed learning
materials, cassettes, CD's etc.
·
Third Stage
This is a preparatory stage for the learner before he stars
independent learning.
The student discusses with peer students and teachers his
plan of action.
·
Forth Stage
In this stage the learner actively participates.
He uses variety of media and materials in his self-study.
·
Fifth Stage
In this stage the learner integrates theory and practice.
·
Sixth Stage
In this stage learner finds that teaching – learning
activities have to be organized on a higher level.
The student involves in critical analysis, critical
evaluation and exchange of ideas.
Ø Role of Teacher in Multimedia
Approach
·
Teacher has to adopt a number of
methods and techniques.
·
Teacher has to aware of the different
available media and their availability.
·
Teacher should be physically competent
to use and demonstrate the use of the different media.
·
Teacher should be skillful enough to
make a judicious choice of media and competent enough to mix them sequentially
and in an orderly manner.
·
Teacher's role is that of a facilitator
or manager of activities.
·
Teacher has to lead his student for
independent, individualized learning.
Ø Pre-requisites for developing a
Multimedia Instructional device
·
Planning
Express
the idea and purpose
Develop
the objectives
Consider
the learner
Find
related material
Prepare
the content outline
·
Designing the Multimedia Device
Identifying
the factors or criteria for media selection
Select
the media
Make
a story board
Develop
the script
·
Production of the multimedia Device
Take
the picture and keep a record
Process
the picture
Edit
the picture
Edit
the narration and captions
Mix
sound
Prepare
final copies
·
Follow-up
Use
the materials
Evaluate
for future use
Revise
the materials
Obtain
the copyright for the materials.
Ø Advantages of the multimedia
Approach
Multimedia
approach enables the student to represent information using several different
media.
Can
arouse the curiosity among the learner and provide them vivid impressions.
Multimedia
can take into account different learning styles – some pupil learn by interpreting
text, while others require more graphical representations.
Can
develop a positive attitude among the learners towards the teaching-learning
process.
Multimedia
Approach allows for self-pacing
Technique
of simulation can be effectively applied through the multimedia approach.
Helps
in development of higher order thinking skills.
Multimedia
approach provides the student the flexibility of 'any where', 'any time'
learning.
Helps
in developing group and interpersonal skills.
Effective
remediation programmes can be implemented through the multimedia approach.
Multimedia
approach can bridge language barriers since audio is not the only means of
communication.
Ø Disadvantages of the multimedia
Approach
Requires
highly sophisticated infrastructure facilities, which may lead to heavy
financial burden.
Expertise
and skill are required to operate the multimedia devices, which will lead to
the problem of non-availability of human resources.
Not
feasible in the all topics of study.
