KIND OF MEDIA IN THE CLASSROOM

Traditional Multimedia

• One of the most common types of multimedia still remains the traditional form, using only a single content type--such as a video recording or DVD, a filmstrip, a slide show, or a piece of music. In many cases, these are still the most appropriate types of multimedia to help your students learn--a documentary film, for example, is a good way to bring information together in an engaging way that has been curated by experts.
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THE IMPORTANCE OF MEDIA IN CLASSROOM

Media in the classroom engage students in learning and provide a richer experience. Media are useful tools for illustrating a lesson, allowing students to see examples of what they are learning. Interactive media such as Smart Boards allow students to move items on a screen for illustrative purposes. Students view media as exciting learning aids, making learning entertaining and less monotonous, according to the report "Benefits and Risks of Media and Technology in the Classroom" from the UCLA Office of Instructional Development.

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Media in Teaching and Learning

Media can be used in almost any discipline to enhance learning, both in class, and also for out-of-class assignments. Short film and television clips, written articles, and blog postings can be viewed to reinforce concepts and spark discussion. Songs and music videos, especially when the lyrics are made available, can be used to the same effect.

The Advantages of Using Media:

• Many media sources (feature films, music videos, visualizations, news stories) have very high production quality capable of showcasing complex ideas in a short period of time. This helps develop quantitative reasoning. Learn more about this technique using the Teaching Quantitative Reasoning with the News module.

• Media offers both cognitive and affective experiences. It can provoke discussion, an assessment of one's values, and an assessment of self if the scenes have strong emotional content. 

• The use of media sources help connect learners with events that are culturally relevant. As a result, a positive consequence of utilizing media is that instructors must keep their materials and examples up-to-date. 

• News stories can be used to connect theories taught in the classroom with real world events and policies.