Using Multimedia Instruction: A Comparison of Normal-Achieving Students and Learning-Disabled Students
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Authors
Miller, Tammy
Issue Date
2005-05
Type
Thesis
Language
en_US
Keywords
Multimedia lesson , Learning-disabled students , Normal-achieving students , PowerPoint
Alternative Title
Abstract
The purpose of the research was to examine the similarities and differences in the
learning experiences of learning-disabled students and normal-achieving students
as they interacted with a multimedia lesson created in PowerPoint. The
interactive multimedia lesson was titled "Choosing the Best Reference Source"
and focused on the purpose of a dictionary, encyclopedia, almanac, and atlas.
Eight fourth grade regular education students and eight fourth grade special
education students were selected to participate in the action research study.
This qualitative study included direct observation, student survey, student
interview, and focus group interviews. After completing the interactive
multimedia lesson, each student completed a survey and was individually
interviewed. A focus group of the regular education students and of the special
education students was formed to encourage discussions and ideas that students
might not have expressed individually.
Findings suggest students, regardless of the type of learner, find information
presented in a multimedia environment appealing and motivating. However,
survey results and comments made during focus groups confirmed the special
education students liked the multimedia in the lesson more than the regular
education students.