Understanding Multimedia Learning: Integrating Multimedia in the K-12 Classroom

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Multimedia in Education Research Study. (n.d.). Retrieved April 05, 2018, from       https://educators.brainpop.com/printable/integrating-multimedia-k-12-classroom/
This article discusses the basic principles of effective multimedia instruction and how multimedia learning is most effective when the learner is engaged with the presentation.


According to the author, when students are actively engaged, it helps them construct knowledge and organize information in meaningful ways.  Multimedia content is most effective when students are interested in what they are learning about.  The author gives several tips on ways to make multimedia content more engaging for students that are all based on research. 
#1 "Multimedia that is more personalized engages learners more than multimedia that is less personalized" 

 #2 "Presentations that have a more conversational tone tend to be more engaging than those that have  a more formal tone, and presentations that use the more familiar "you and I" are more engaging than those that present in the third person."

 #3 "Learners tend to find presentations that use a familiar voice with a familiar accent more engaging than those that use a less familiar voice and accent"

 #4 "The use of onscreen characters can increase student engagement.  This is especially true when the onscreen character appears to interact with the learner"

 #5  "Presenting educational concepts in a story format can also be effective in engaging students."

 In my own personal experience, using multimedia in the classroom always seems to engage students.  Whether it's watching a video about an artist, or listening to a music video about the primary colors, students like new ways of learning information.  I rarely stand in front of the class to lecture.  I know how much my students need differentiation.  I try to use visuals as much as possible. 
There are so many different ways to present content.

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