THE USE OF VISUAL AND MULTIMEDIA TOOLS IN TEACHING HISTORY
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History education; visual tools; multimedia learning; student engagement; knowledge retention; interactive learning; collaboration.Abstract
This study examines the use of visual and multimedia tools to enhance engagement, understanding, and learning outcomes in history education. A mixed-methods approach was employed with 120 secondary school students divided into experimental and control groups. The experimental group received history lessons using videos, interactive timelines, digital maps, infographics, and virtual simulations, while the control group received traditional lecture-based instruction. Results indicated significant improvements in engagement, participation, knowledge retention, and collaboration among students in the experimental group. Qualitative observations confirmed that multimedia tools fostered active learning, critical thinking, and deeper understanding of historical events. The study concludes that integrating visual and multimedia strategies into history lessons effectively enhances educational outcomes and makes learning more engaging and interactive.Downloads
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