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WHAT IS MULTIMEDIA? 

Media such as images, videos, texts, and graphics all contribute to the creation of contents that people in this generation consume on a daily basis. Multimedia is a combination of one or more media that allows the content to be presented in a non-linear way, which allows the reader to be active rather than passive. The combined usage of different media allows for a wider variety of results and an enjoyable experience for the users. 

An image of different multimedia icons such as the radio, music, photos etc.


HOW DO I USE MULTIMEDIA? 

Multimedia is undoubtedly one of the most useful ICT products today. With its wide variety of combinations each serving different purposes, it provides the users with a wide selection of usage for this tool. 

✒EDUCATION

One of the major uses of multimedia is in education. Nowadays, people rely heavily on technology for most things including learning. Using a combination of images and videos helps in an even more productive learning experience. This also helps garner the attention of young students by using colorful and moving images instead of just the typical lifeless images commonly found in old textbooks. 

A cartoon image of two children learning through the usage of computer technology

✒BUSINESS

It is very important to use highly engaging media for your business to attract more customers. After all, no one wants to look at a horribly edited product thumbnail. 

An example of a food product thumbnail

✒COMMUNICATION AND PRESENTATION OF IDEAS 

There are a lot of ways on how you can utilize multimedia in this aspect. Using multimedia for communication not only improves the overall presentation, but it also helps in relaying your ideas to your target audience, or simply getting the attention of the person you want to communicate with. 

An example of a creative powerpoint template that utilizes different media



THE SIGNIFICANCE OF USING MULTIMEDIA

Multimedia, with its variety of uses is very significant to different sectors and groups of people around the world. As we've mentioned earlier, this type of ICT product is significant to the effective conveying of concepts or ideas that the user wants to convey. By using the correct combinations of media, we can engage our audience more on what we have in store. 








Submitted by: Mariel E, Madeja
11-STEM Oxygen

Submitted to: Mrs. Maria Esther T. Balasta 
Subject Teacher






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