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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