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1. CIT742: Multimedia Technology
Unit 1: Fundamentals of Multimedia
Sample Teaching Deck (15–20 slides)

2. Introduction
• This unit introduces the basics of multimedia.
• - History of multimedia
• - Definitions
• - Applications
• - Multimedia vs. Hypermedia

3. Intended Learning Outcomes
• By the end of this unit, you should be able to:
• • Outline the development stages of
multimedia
• • Define multimedia and hypermedia
• • State typical applications of multimedia
• • Differentiate between multimedia and
hypertext

4. History of Multimedia
• - Term first used in 1966 by Bob Goldstein
• - 1970s: Slide shows with audio tracks
• - 1990s: Modern definition of multimedia
emerged
• - Defined as combination of text, graphics,
sound, animation, and video

5. What is Multimedia?
• Multimedia is the integration of text, graphics,
images, audio, video, and animation,
• controlled by a computer, where information
can be stored, transmitted, and processed
digitally.

6. Components of Multimedia
• - Text
• - Images/Graphics
• - Audio
• - Video
• - Animation
• - Interactivity

7. Examples of Multimedia
• • Online learning platforms
• • Business presentations
• • Entertainment (games, VR)
• • Advertising and marketing
• • Virtual reality and simulations

8. Applications of Multimedia
• - Education: e-learning, simulations
• - Business: presentations, marketing
• - Entertainment: video games, movies
• - Medicine: imaging, training
• - Science & Research: visualization tools

9. What is Hypertext?
• Hypertext is text containing links to other
texts.
• - Non-linear structure
• - Foundation of the World Wide Web (HTML,
HTTP)
• - Enables quick access to related information

10. What is Hypermedia?
• Hypermedia extends hypertext by including
other media:
• - Images, graphics, audio, video
• - Allows dynamic navigation and interactivity
• - Example: World Wide Web

11. Multimedia vs. Hypermedia
• • Multimedia: Combination of different media
(passive use)
• • Hypermedia: Multimedia + interactivity
(active user involvement)
• Example: Watching a video (multimedia) vs.
navigating a website (hypermedia)

12. Multimedia in Practice
• Modern uses of multimedia include:
• - Social media platforms
• - Virtual and augmented reality
• - Interactive storytelling
• - Online shopping and advertising

13. Benefits of Multimedia
• - Enhances communication
• - Increases engagement and motivation
• - Improves retention of information
• - Allows interactive learning
• - Supports multiple learning styles

14. Challenges of Multimedia
• - High storage requirements
• - Hardware/software dependencies
• - Bandwidth limitations
• - Accessibility concerns
• - Cost of production

15. Case Study: E-Learning Platform
• • Uses video lectures, text, animations, and
interactive quizzes
• • Benefits: Accessibility, self-paced learning
• • Challenges: Internet access, learner
engagement

16. Summary
• In this unit, we covered:
• - History and definition of multimedia
• - Components and applications
• - Hypertext and hypermedia
• - Benefits and challenges

17. Self-Assessment Questions
• 1. Define multimedia and give examples.
• 2. Differentiate between multimedia and
hypermedia.
• 3. List three applications of multimedia.
• 4. State one challenge of multimedia systems.