What is Multimedia?
Multimedia can be defined as the use of several different media to convey information (text, audio, graphics, animation, video, and interactivity) and usually packaged and distrubuted on a CD.
So what's so good about Multimedia ?
Multimedia is not burdened by bandwidth, so high quality images, sounds, music and moviescan all be used without the consequence of hindering a users experience.
Statistics show that we remember 10% of what we read, 20% of what we hear, 30% of what we see, and 50% of what we hear AND see! It is no wonder so much money is spent on television advertisments each and every year.
Multimedia can also be used as a powerful training and learning tool as it helps with:
- Increases attention.
- Allows interactivity and practice.
- Increases learning and retention.
- Provides a motivating environment.