The document outlines the various elements of multimedia, including text, images, audio, animation, and video, emphasizing their significance in presenting information effectively. It also discusses different sources of multimedia such as music-on-demand, video-on-demand, webcasts, online courseware, and online games, highlighting their roles in education and entertainment. Additionally, it provides insights into the types and formats of audio and animation within a multimedia context.

1. MULTIMEDIA AND IT’S
SOURCE
Multimedia Utilization in
Academic Environment

2. OBJECTIVES
In this lesson, you should be able to do the following:
●Identify the different elements of multimedia.
●Understand the importance of the different
elements.
●Identify the rich contents and sources of
multimedia.

3. TEXT
IMAGE
AUDIO
ANIMATION
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An element refers to the component or part of a whole. In
order to create multimedia, you should know its different parts.
Every element is essential in providing great ways to explain or
present information.
ELEMENTS OF MULTIMEDIA
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4. • A text is a basic element of multimedia. It
composes words or phrases to convey an idea,
information or message to the users.
TEXT
1
• In a desktop or web
application, multimedia
resources can be linked by
clicking a particular text or
hyperlink, this is what you call a

5. TEXT
1
Here are some of the important
considerations in using text to create
multimedia:
●The use of appropriate color, font
family, and size.
●The position of the text.
●Length and readability of the text.

6. • An image refers to any two-
dimensional or three-dimensional
illustration. It is one of the powerful
ways to communicate or represent
an idea or information.
• Examples of images include:
charts, diagrams, drawings,
graphs, maps, and photographs.
IMAGE
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7. 2. Vector images are images composed of lines defined by
mathematical formulas. Vector images can be scaled up without
losing clarity.
TWO TYPES OF IMAGE
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8. Audio is defined as a signal recorded through
digital or analog means. It can be linear like
sound effects in a movie or non-linear which is
more interactive like in video games. Audio
helps in providing an immersive experience
to the audience through voice-overs,
background music, or sound effects. There are
two classifications of audio.
Audio
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9. Audio
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●Analog audio refers to the original sound
recorded using a microphone to a tape recorder
or vinyl.
●Digital audio refers to the sound recorded by
taking samples of original audio. This is the kind
of audio you encounter when listening to music
through a computer or smartphone. Various
applications nowadays allow you to remix or edit

10. Audio
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Audio File Format File
Extension
Use
MP3 (Moving Picture
Experts Group Layer-
3 Audio)
.mp3 It is a common and
compatible format of music
across various platforms.
WAV (Waveform
Audio File Format)
.wav It is an audio format
originally developed for PC
users typically used for raw
and uncompressed audio.
AIFF (Audio
Interchange File
Format)
.aiff It is an audio format
originally developed and
used for Apple computers.
This format is also used for

11. Animation
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• Animation is a series of images that mimics movements
or motion. It promotes engaging and interesting content
to the users allowing them to clearly understand an
idea or information using various effects. Similar to
image, it can take into two forms: two-dimensional
(2D) and three-dimensional (3D) animation.

12. Animation
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2D 3D

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Video
Video refers to the recording and processing of
moving pictures and sound. It is often used for
presentations. It is often used for presentations,
demonstrations, or explanation of a complicated
concept, idea, or topic. You encounter this element
when watching videos on television, mobile apps,

15. Sources of Multimedia
The internet made it easier for people to connect with each other and
access different websites; numerous multimedia can be accessed for
leisure or educational activities. The following are some examples of
sources where internet users are able to utilize different multimedia
content for various purposes.
1. Music-on-demand (MoD)
Music-on-demand (MoD) is a service that allows platforms to publish and
stream digital music online. It allows users to listen to their favorite
songs across various genres or download it for offline access. Examples
of some podcast platforms include: Apple Music, Google Play Music,
Spotify, and Soundcloud.

16. 2. Video-on-demand (VoD)
Video-on-demand (VoD) is a service for publishing online video content
on various video platforms. Users can subscribe and find different tv-
shows, movies, documentaries, news, and other video segments that
they want to watch whenever they want. Users may download videos
for offline viewing. A lot of users consider video-on-demand as a primary
source of entertainment and pastimes. Examples of some VoD platforms
include: Amazon Prime Video, iFlix, Netflix, YouTube, and iWant.

17. 3. Webcast
A webcast refers to a live video broadcast over the internet to an
audience. It is used to stream a lecture, webinar (seminar that is
available online), or any other events using web platforms. It also allows
the viewers to interact with the speaker by posting their comments or
responses to live questions, chats, or surveys. You might encounter this
type of post on various social media platforms. Examples of webcast
platforms include Facebook Live, Linkedin Live, Youtube Live, and
YouNow.

18. 4. Online Courseware
Online courseware are learning materials designed to provide different
interactive activities, presentations and tutorials, tests, and other
educational resources to students through the web or smartphone
application. These are the different e-learning platforms used to deliver
education online commonly known as distance learning. It provides an
alternative mode of learning amidst the COVID-19 pandemic. People can
also utilize this platform to take short courses and get a certificate after
finishing the course. Examples of some online courseware platforms
include: Coursera, edX, Skillshare, Udemy, and Teachable.

19. 5. Online Games
These are computer games that are played over the internet through the
use of a computer, gaming console, and smartphones. This provides
entertainment and enjoyment for people of all ages. Aside from the fact
that it is engaging and interesting, it offers benefits that will teach you
the importance of critical thinking, problem solving, and teamwork.
Online games pose some disadvantages that can affect your physical and
social health, so it is a must that you are aware of your limitations.
Examples of some online games include: Call of Duty, League of
Legends, Dota 2, Mobile Legends, Overwatch, and Pokemon Go.

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