An experimental methodology for teaching multimedia

When COMP343 Fundamentals of Multimedia Computing was first taught, a ‘traditional’ approach to course delivery was used. The course tried to teach multimedia concepts through the use of textbooks, hand-outs, and several paper-based questionnaires and exams. After two semesters of teaching using this method, it was clear from informal comments and observation, together with end-of-semester feedback, that students were not stimulated by this approach, with their lack of interest resulting ultimately in a low level of knowledge about the subject.