Mayer’s Principles for Multimedia Design
Multimedia encompasses any content that combines text with visuals, such as videos or PowerPoint presentations. Research has consistently shown that multimedia enhances learning compared to text alone, though creating effective multimedia requires additional time and effort. Professor Richard Mayer has dedicated extensive research to understanding the elements of multimedia that promote learning. He has compiled his findings, along with those of other researchers, into a set of Principles that serve as best practices for designing educational multimedia.
Below, you’ll find resources on Mayer’s Principles and tips for designing effective multimedia—particularly videos—for learning. These resources are crafted to be practical and easy to apply, whether you’re new to multimedia creation or an experienced designer.