This evidence-based white paper explores the vast landscape of multimedia in online learning, demonstrating how the strategic use of various media types can enhance student engagement and learning outcomes.
The paper examines the full spectrum of multimedia options available to online instructors, from audio to immersive videos. It provides guidance on deciding which option may be best suited to the case at hand and step-by-step instructions on setting up the multimedia experience.
About the Author
Dr. Steven Crawford is the District Director for the Maricopa Center for Learning and Innovation at the Maricopa County Community College District. In this role, he oversees the Arizona Statewide QM Consortium. Dr. Crawford has over 20 years of experience designing and delivering synchronous and asynchronous online programs and currently teaches as an adjunct faculty member.
As an instructional designer, Dr. Crawford has worked with faculty to create and scale online programs using best practices. His interests include educational technologies, multimedia, and emerging technologies such as virtual reality and artificial intelligence. He is also interested in approaches to course design that effectively leverage blended, HyFlex, and synchronous online learning environments. In addition, Steven serves on the Quality Matters Academic Advisory Committee.
Dr. Crawford holds an M.S.Ed. in Instruction Design and Technology from Old Dominion University and an Ed.D. in Leadership and Innovation from Arizona State University.
