Title: ENHANCING VOCATIONAL AND TECHNICAL EDUCATION THROUGH MULTIMEDIA AND HYPERMEDIA INSTRUCTIONS IN INSTITUTION OF LEARNING IN NIGERIA

Authors:
Tongshuwal, J.M., Lat, J.M Fittoka, S. B & Pahalson, Cornelius A.D.

Abstract: Abstract Traditional learning methods do not seem to meet the contemporary needs of our information society in Africa. Current status requires innovative ways to support education. New learning modes can provide access to high quality learning most especially in Vocational Technical Education. Vocational Technical Education through multimedia and hypermedia instructions can increase the performance of students. Combine or mix modes of technology such as live virtual classroom, self paced instruction, collaborative learning streaming videos, audio and text can accomplish an educational goal. The more stimulation and the more media is involved, the easier it is to learn. Due to the advances in technology and growth of information, the delivery of knowledge need to be more flexible in linking the learners with the learning resources to support the independent and self learning. Multimedia has introduced the pedagogical strength in facilitating student learning. Multimedia based education program in areas of teaching and learning stimulates new ways in information delivery with concern of accessibility, reusability and individualization to fulfill the needs for different types of learners. Therefore, this paper examines the role of Multimedia and Hypermedia instruction in Vocational Technical Education, Multimedia and Hypermedia Application Strategies to enhance Vocational Technical Education through Multimedia instruction, 21st Century Media-suffused environment. Student-Centered learning in classroom uses of multimedia in vocational Technical Education, ingredient for multimedia instruction, significant of multimedia instruction, constraints to the use of Multimedia Instruction. Finally, conclusions and recommendations were made. Keywords:- Multimedia and Hypermedia Instructions, Vocational Technical Education, Learning.

Publication Date: 2016-06-06