Relevant+Learner+Outcomes

Question: To the extent that you achieved the outcomes, are they still relevant to the work that you do in your school? Why or why not?

My achievement of the outcomes of this course is pertinent to my existence as technology coordinator. Multimedia is an empowering tool that can enhance the learning experience or bring disaster to it if done poorly. Shank stressed this importance after using Richard Mayer’s definition of multimedia to explain its impact. “Many people assume that multimedia is obviously better because it uses both channels,” she states. She continues with, “Researchers have found that multimedia helps people learn more easily because it appeals more readily to diverse learning preferences. Multimedia can be used to take advantage of the fact that our brains access information in nonlinear ways. Although multimedia can provide opportunities for improved learning, it can also be ineffective, even detrimental when implemented poorly.” (Shank, 2009) This reminds me of my role’s relevance as coordinator which is to ensure that quality learning productions are created to promote the best learning experience. Shank, P. (n.d.). The value of multimedia in learning. Think Tank. Retrieved May 5, 2009, from http://www.adobe.com/designcenter/thinktank/valuemedia/