ERIC Number: EJ808999
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2006-Jan
Pages: 28
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Towards a New Generation of Multimedia Learning Research
Samaras, Haido; Giouvanakis, Thanasis; Bousiou, Despina; Tarabanis, Konstantinos
AACE Journal, v14 n1 p3-30 Jan 2006
Empirical research regarding the impact of multimedia on learning can be traced back several decades before the large-scale invasion of multimedia learning resources (like Cd-ROM titles and Internet applications) into the educational field and originated from areas outside the educational community. Although the results are not decisive, two generations of multimedia research have contributed to establishing factors that influence effective multimedia design. We summarize the conclusions of the existing research, specifying key theoretical issues, research directions, and weaknesses associated with each generation. Emerging factors, which have begun constituting a third generation of multimedia design and learning research are discussed. Suggestions are made regarding future trends of multimedia design and learning research. (Contains 4 tables and 1 figure.)
Descriptors: Multimedia Materials, Multimedia Instruction, Educational Research, Educational Trends, Educational History, Educational Theories, Educational Technology, Instructional Design, Technology Integration, Computer Assisted Instruction, Learning Theories, Retention (Psychology), Instructional Effectiveness, Cognitive Style, Literature Reviews, Research Needs
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Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research
Education Level: Elementary Secondary Education
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Language: English
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