Tools used:
1. Software: Audacity.
2. Hardware: Fifine Microphone.
Project Overview
This project demonstrates the application of audio engineering techniques to create accessible instructional media. The artifact consists of two components: a scripted instructional scenario regarding Science Lab Safety (dealing with broken glass) and a podcast segment analyzing the design decisions.
Design Strategy
The audio production applies Mayer’s Principles of Multimedia Learning to reduce extraneous cognitive load and enhance learner retention. Key techniques include:
Signaling: Using auditory cues (sound effects) to prime the learner for critical events.
Dual Coding: Reinforcing verbal instructions with corresponding environmental sounds.
Vocal Modulation: Utilizing tone and pacing to manage the learner’s affective state during high-stress scenarios.