How does Multimedia enhance our messaging?
First you must ask yourself,
what defines Multimedia? According to Loretto (n.d) “Multimedia is a systematic
tool used to combine both media and content through various forms such as text,
audio, video, animation, interactive features, and still images in various ways
and combinations made possible through the advancement of technology.” With the
advantage of using modern technology such as the internet and social media, multimedia
enhances our messaging by allowing us to connect and share our thoughts at
faster rates than ever. After looking at the wide range of multimedia tools at
your discretion, are there some programs more effective than others?
Video: An exmaple of Cloud computing using Amazon cloud services.
According to Education technology resources (2014) “Animoto is a cloud-based tool that allows users to easily incorporate images, video clips, text, and music into video slideshows.” Before you try to figure out what a “Cloud” based service is, you must first ask yourself what is a “Cloud” in the world of technology? According to Griffith (2013) “Cloud computing in laymen’s term means storing and accessing data and programs over the Internet instead of your computer's hard drive.” For example the Apple corporation has a service provided on all of their premium tech devices such as the IPad, IPad Mini, IPhone 5s, 5, 4s, 4 etc. which uses the internet to store large amounts of data. So the next time you want to save a report on your phone using an app, make sure your tablet’s ICloud feature is synced with your phone to eliminate manual labor and time. The benefits of using Cloud, is to save more storage space on your handheld devices and tablets hardware while making information more accessible and time efficient. Animoto does the exact same thing that Apples ICloud does, but comes with a subscription for their services (Education technology resources, 2014).
According to Education technology resources (2014) “Animoto is a cloud-based tool that allows users to easily incorporate images, video clips, text, and music into video slideshows.” Before you try to figure out what a “Cloud” based service is, you must first ask yourself what is a “Cloud” in the world of technology? According to Griffith (2013) “Cloud computing in laymen’s term means storing and accessing data and programs over the Internet instead of your computer's hard drive.” For example the Apple corporation has a service provided on all of their premium tech devices such as the IPad, IPad Mini, IPhone 5s, 5, 4s, 4 etc. which uses the internet to store large amounts of data. So the next time you want to save a report on your phone using an app, make sure your tablet’s ICloud feature is synced with your phone to eliminate manual labor and time. The benefits of using Cloud, is to save more storage space on your handheld devices and tablets hardware while making information more accessible and time efficient. Animoto does the exact same thing that Apples ICloud does, but comes with a subscription for their services (Education technology resources, 2014).
In comparison to other multimedia
tools such as Microsoft PowerPoint, I think that Animoto is equally effective
at getting the job done. This opinion will range based on what a user is looking
for with regards to multimedia tools. For me, I prefer using multimedia tools
that educate while allowing users to play a role in learning. As an adjunct
professor, I have learned overtime that students tend to learn concepts better
with a mixture of text and visuals. Making things more relatable instead of
basic lecturing and make a world of a difference. I love what I do and I wouldn’t
change it for anything. Multimedia has become a marvel of technological advancement
for its success in enhancing our way of thinking, processing and learning.
References
Education Technology Resources (2014). Multimedia
Tools: A collection of links, tips, and
resources for
using multimedia tools. Wikispaces. Retrieved from: https://aartechresources.wikispaces.com/
Griffith. E., (2013). What is Cloud Computing?
Pcmag. Retrieved from:
http://www.pcmag.com/article2/0,2817,2372163,00.asp
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