Multimedi
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Informati
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Media
What is Multimedia?
It can be defined as the seamless
digital integration of text, graphics,
animation, audio, still images and
motion video in a way that provides
individual users with high levels of
control and interaction.
Multimedia Presentation
It is a dynamic way to share
information that uses multiple forms
of media, such as text, images,
sound, video, and animations
Multimedi
a
Presentat
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Slideshow
Presentation
Audio Visual
Presentations
Overhead
Projector (OHP)
1. Slideshow
It is a presentation of
Presentation photographic slides or
electronic images projected
on a surface or displayed on
a screen one after another
as a series. It is usually
made using software
programs such as Microsoft
Office PowerPoint
Presentation (PPT) where the
user can present text
information with images,
Software Programs for Creating
Slideshows
Google Slides - for presentations that allow online
collaboration
Zoho Show - for built-in broadcasting tools to
stream presentations
Prezi - for non-linear and animated presentations
Canva - for creative presentations using different
templates
Evernote Presentation Mode - a presentation
made from notes. “
2. Audio Visual
Presentation These are electronic
presentations that
contain both sound and
visual components, such
as slide-tape
presentations, films,
television programs, and
live
theater productions.
3. Overhead Projector
(OHP) An Overhead Projector or OHP is like a
film or a slide projector which uses
light to project an enlarged image on
a screen. In an OHP, the source of the
image is usually a page-sized sheet of
transparent plastic film where the
image to be projected is printed,
hand-written or drawn on the
transparent plastic film. with the
image to be projected which can
either be printed, hand-written, or
drawn. A presentation using an OHP
3. Overhead Projector
(OHP)
An interactive whiteboard
where you can input or
navigate
information through touch
detection. Since it has
touchscreen features, you
can navigate the information
displayed on the smart
board using a mouse or just
your fingertips.
Characteristics of Multimedia
Information:
1. Electronic or digital. A multimedia presentation can
be prepared and delivered electronically or digitally
through various computer applications, software, and/or
online tools.
2. Interactive. A multimedia presentation is interactive
since it stimulates the visual and auditory sense of the
audience. Actions such as voice command, text entry,
mouse manipulation, touch screen, screenshot and/or
video capture make the multimedia presentation
interactive.
Characteristics of Multimedia
Information:
3. Dynamic. A multimedia presentation is said
to be dynamic since it can be played, projected,
recorded, and/or accessed using different kinds
of technology and computer applications. The
combination of visual graphics and/or images
with sound effects and/or background music
make a presentation more dynamic.
Different Uses of Multimedia:
Field of Uses of Multimedia
Specialization
Education Gamification of lessons, engaging
classroom lectures, online learning
Entertainment Movies and animation
Industry Presentation of products/services,
Marketing, Advertising
Medicine Surgery simulations, medical
presentations
Different Uses of Multimedia:
1. Teachers or Lecturers – to present
lessons and appeal to the student’s
visual and auditory senses.
2. Motivational or Public Speakers –
to present, inform, influence, motivate
or entertain their audience.
3. Salespeople – to display and
showcase their offered
products/services.
Evaluating and Rating Multimedia
1. Content. TheInformation
content of a multimedia presentation
may vary depending on the setting of the presentation.
For instance, a multimedia presentation in a biology
class with the topic on photosynthesis must contain
both text and
visual information. An animation video will also be
helpful for the students to visualize the processes in
photosynthesis.
2. Purpose or application. The purpose or application
of a multimedia presentation can be diverse. For
example, an audio-visual presentation (AVP) to be
shown in a wedding reception should match the mood
Evaluating and Rating Multimedia
Information
3. Manner of presentation. A multimedia
presentation can be presented in various ways. It can
be done through a slideshow presentation or an
audiovisual presentation. The following factors should
be used in rating a
multimedia presentation:
a. Audience. One of the factors that must be considered
in selecting your target audience is their age. Based
on research the age of a person can affect its attention
span (the average attention span of an adult can last about 20
minutes while a younger person usually has less) and
presentation preference. Some audience may prefer
presentations that are informative, direct, and with
Evaluating and Rating Multimedia
Information
3. Manner of presentation.
b. Topic. The type of presentation must be aligned with
the topic to make an effective and effective presentation.
For example, if the topic is about the sales of the
company, the audience expects a presentation that includes
pictures, charts, and graphs.
c. Resources. The availability of resources is a factor in
preparing
presentations. For instance, if schools do not have
enough budget to purchase smart boards and LCD
projectors, the teachers would use their LED/LCD TVs for
playing music, slideshows, and videos as alternatives.
Advantages of Multimedia
Information
It presents the information in a more organized and
in an interesting manner.
It empowers and supplements the speaker for a
more dynamic and more interactive lecture.
It makes information easier to understand since it is
presented in a creative manner.
Limitations of Multimedia
Information
If it presents too much information, it can overwhelm
the audience.
It can cause the speaker to become too dependent on
the technology.
Most multimedia tools require a power source.
Therefore, the lack of electricity or drained batteries can
jeopardize the delivery of the information.
It takes a lot of time and effort to conceptualize, plan,
and organize an effective presentation. If the time given
to prepare one is too short, for example, a day or two
before the actual presentation, the quality of the
information and presentation might be compromised.
