EDCI 337 Elizabeth Lewis

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Multimedia Learning Principles

Dr. Ray Pastore used several multimedia learning (MML) principles throughout his video. For example, since he uses words along with images he follows the multimedia principle.When aiming to include these principles in the creation of a multimedia learning object, it may not be possible to include the entire list. One principle that may be difficult to follow is the prior knowledge principle. It states that some principles that aim to help novices may interfere with multimedia learning for people who are more advanced on the subject being taught. Even for experts, it may be confusing to interpret the level of understanding that learners have, and to cater to everyones different needs on the subject.

Also, there are some principles which have aspects that contradict one another. For example, the modality principle which describes that people learn better from graphics and narration rather than from graphics and printed text. I believe that this suggests that there does not need to be text presented. This may be confusing when trying to also trying to follow the Spatial Contiguity Principle and the Temporal Contiguity Principle. These both explain the placement of words, therefore there must be text being presented to follow them.

I have used the embodiment principle in the past when I was presenting a prototype on Zoom, since I did not turn on my camera. However, when reflecting on this principle, I think that I actually do learn better when I can see the speaker’s image on the screen, which is opposing this principle.

The following is my edited screencast video.

Blogging assignment week 2

During week two of EDCI 337, we covered the theory of Dual Coding. This theory states that we are more likely to store information in long term memory when we process it both visually and verbally (Mahon, 2013). Knowing this, when making a PowerPoint presentation, I will consider adding more auditory elements along with the visuals.

The concept of Flow is another theory discussed this week.Ā  It describes being able to tune out surroundings when focused on one thing. This is important for Multimedia learning since being engaged when learning is very important and will make it more effective. For example, if a student is learning using a platform which is challenging, engaging, and rewarding, they may experience a state of flow.

One experience that I can reflect on for the concept of flow is when reading a book. This is a learning process where I quite easily become lost in the moment – this could be due to an engaging storyline, or interesting facts. Reading can also be rewarding. For example, with a fictional story, one may be rewarded with relaxation and an escape from reality.

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The Hypothes.is tool provides us with a way to annotate information on the web collaboratively. This is beneficial because it can improve students critical analysis and engagement skills. Furthermore, it is good practice for expressing our own voices and opinions. The Google Chrome extension seems rather intuitive and easy to learn.

References

Mahon, C. (2013).Ā Dual Coding Theory & Multimedia LearningĀ [Video]. Retrieved 21 January 2021, from https://vimeo.com/57440483.

Blogging assignment week 1

Throughout this class I hope to learn about how a platform can be designed so that clients can get the most out of multimedia and interactive learning, and what tools can be used for interactivity.

One example of interactive learning that I experienced was when using Codeacademy. I used this website to gain knowledge of Ruby on Rails which I needed to work a job as a programmer. This had a positive impact on me since it used a balance between teaching a concept, and then having me demonstrate the knowledge that I acquired through coding, filling in the blanks, and quizzes. This technique ensured that I was not only reading the material given, but also understanding it, since you cannot move to the next subject without completing the tasks.

I experienced another example of interactive learning which does not involve digital technology. In class, I was tasked with taking an interactive soundwalk where I had to practice active listening, and take note of the things that I heard throughout the walk. This was an impactful experience because listening interactively to nature sounds is not something that I do often, since it is usually passive or the noise is drowned out by the music in my headphones.

In previous classes, to make presentations more impactful, I have done things such as including pictures to show a visual representation of what is being discussed. I believe that leaving room for questions and discussion is also very important for presentations.

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