Rich Media

I think BrainPop is a great example of rich media covering a wide variety of topics.

BrainPop combines still drawings with animation (surface features). The intended message (functional feature) is conveyed through the use of simplistic language, and recurring characters which promote high interest.

Although our text states that there is no difference between line drawings that simulate movement as opposed to videos (as far as learning is concerned), I have to differ. Topics explained via video are captivating to a child. Still drawings with implied movement are not nearly as engaging.