Multimedia learning is a great way of eLearning that enhances effective learning and engaged audience. There are several studies and research done to improve learning experiences, including multimedia learning forms that ensure efficient outcome of eLearning experience. Mayer studied theories and principles that guide effective multimedia learning outcomes.
The most important principle that Mayer heavily relies on Multimedia learning is Cognitive principle, Mayer’s cognitive load theory emphasizes the use of words aligned with graphics. People tend to pay attention when pictures are placed in close proximity rather than far away (Principles of Multimedia Learning, 2020). It reduces the extraneous work of the brain when processing information.
The Modality principle describes the use of graphics on narrations rather than on screen text especially when doing animation or similar type of graphics because it overloads the visual channel which is different than the auditory channel and makes it hard or slow for the audience to processe information effectively. Jargon or unfamiliar words are exceptional but with narrations explaining the meaning of the words are more effective (Peck, 2021).
The Redundancy principle violates when different forms of delivery channels are used at the same time for example, the use of narrations over graphics and text is redundant. Its effecient when graphic is used with narrations rather than both text and graphics (Principles of Multimedia Learning, 2020).
Many more principles such as Coherence, Pre-Training, Segmenting and Multimedia principle state ways to improve the eLearning experience and enhance better learning outcome.
The presentation below is an example of a Multimedia presentation that was incorporated with Mayer’s principles. The content explains multimedia presentation briefly while using Canva tool.
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References
Principles of Multimedia Learning – Center for Teaching and Learning: Wiley Education Services. Center for Teaching and Learning | Wiley Education Services. (2020, January 31). https://ctl.wiley.com/principles-of-multimedia-learning/.
Peck, D. (2021, January 11). Mayer’s Principles of Multimedia Learning. YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d9WpfWriY7A
patrickg14
May 24, 2021 — 7:17 pm
Hi Rahma,
The way you organized the blog is clear and engaging. It is interesting to learn Mayer’s principles of multimedia learning, I never know there were so many principles behind multimedia learning. And I agree with the fact that multimedia learning can enhance effective learning and engage audiences. I think that multimedia learning can also make students/audiences more active and feel more involved during the learning. Thank you for your comment on my blog and I also look forward to seeing more of your posts in the future!
Patrick