Multimedia learning is a cognitive theory of learning which has been popularized by of Richard E. Mayer. The theory has largely been defined by Mayer’s cognitive theory of multimedia learning in which multimedia learning happens when we use the combination of words and pictures to build mental representations. In this study, multimedia learning was implemented to create active learning experiences for learners in learning literature components. Thus, an innovative learning application is developed to assists secondary school learners towards better understanding of literature. With the multimedia learning approach, videos created using Powtoon application are used to teach learners literature. This instructional video is indeed effective as it encourages active participation among learners in class other than noticeable result improvement. The findings have positive implications on the English language teaching tapestry as the study lent empirical evidence to the success of language learning through teaching literature using videos.
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