3. - Logical extension to Hypertext
- Computer-based information retrieval system that enables user to gain or provide
access to text, audio, and video recordings, photographs, computer graphics, related
to a particular subject
- Allows the user to gather information in a non-linear way. This means that the user
has a choice as to what path he or she takes in order to gain information. The user
has the option of skipping certain items or can go through every piece of
information that is listed
- Hypermedia uses those media in which they are linked together in such a way that
user can move from one element to another and back again.
- Hypermedia programs are designed for constructivist learning environment.
Hypermedia ( termed by Ted Nelson – 1965 )
4. - A database of information
- Multiple media ( text , audio , graphics , video , image , animation etc )
- Multiple methods of moving from one element to another ( e.g. Hyperlinks, menus,
buttons, maps, word search, commands, indexes, e.t.c. )
- Interactive forms
Hypermedia Components:
5. • Hypermedia systems are used in educational environment. The active participation of
students is one of the major advantages of hypermedia systems.
• Hypermedia enables students to explore and construct their own learning.
• This method of learning breaks down the barriers of time and place, allowing
maximum flexibility for the learner. Students are provided a means to learn
individually and at their own speed. Students can repeat difficult concepts, or skip
already mastered skill areas.
Uses in Education:
6. Also it is used for effective education. Hypermedia can help students achieve a wide
variety of goals in education for example:
• Develop higher-order thinking skills
• Develop group and interpersonal skills
• Learn content in a given discipline
• Develop technical skills
Uses in Education:
8. The World Wide Web (WWW) is the best
example of hypermedia applications.
Through WWW it is possible to deliver
hypertext, graphics, animation and sound
between different computer environments .
9. Other forms of hypermedia applications
include CD-ROM encyclopedias and games.
To view hypermedia documents, a user’s
computer must have hardware and
software that support multimedia.
10. These systems usually consists of sound and video cards,
speakers, and a graphical operating system such as
Windows OS or the MacOS etc. To view hypermedia
documents on the Internet, a program called a browser
is necessary. Browsers provide varying levels of support
for the graphics, sound and video available on the
Internet.
11. - Hyperland ( 1990 Documentary Movie )
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