This section contains selected components from your course outline. 

CALENDAR DESCRIPTION

Introduces multimedia learning theory and the application of various forms of media to teaching and learning contexts. Examines practices for designing and evaluating media rich educational experiences that are textual, audio, visual, interactive, immersive, and/or augmented.

COURSE DESCRIPTION / GOALS

In this course you will begin to understand the nature of multimedia learning, design thinking, storytelling and interactive learning objects. You will then have an opportunity to apply these understandings as you explore, design, and develop your own interactive and multimedia learning projects.

At the end of the course, students will be able to:

  • Contextualize how learning inform interactive and multimedia experiences
  • Apply multimedia design principles in planning your educational resources
  • Engage in design thinking to create multimedia learning projects
  • Apply storytelling principles in creating effective learning opportunities
  • Describe and apply principles of effective interactive multimedia design
  • Generate a variety of prototype artifacts including: comics, videos, and web pages
  • Use GenAI appropriately as a tool to support creative activities

TEXTBOOK & REQUIRED RESOURCES

You are NOT required to purchase a textbook for this course. All readings will either be freely and openly available on the web or will be accessible through the University of Victoria library. The following are suggested resources that may be referenced during the term:

REMOTE ACCESS TO SOME UNIVERSITY SERVICES

A Virtual Private Network (VPN) allows users to access networks and services over a secure connection. Please note that some university services, including library access, may require you to connect to the library servers by VPN. To download and install the Cisco VPN software, please visit the UVic VPN website.

PRIVACY

Please be familiar with the OIPC Cloud Computing Guidelines for Public Bodies and engage in any cloud-based tools only as it may be your personal preference as it is NOT required to complete this course. Your instructor will go over options with you to support your preferences.