Multimedia quizzes as a tool for student engagement: theoretical foundations

Abstract

In the context of the digital transformation of education, the use of interactive teaching methods is becoming an integral element of the modern educational process. The article discusses the theoretical and methodological foundations of the use of multimedia quizzes in teaching disciplines of the information technology cycle. It is shown that gamification, as the introduction of game mechanics into the educational environment, helps to increase the motivation and involvement of students, the formation of sustained interest in educational material and the development of cognitive skills. Special attention is paid to the analysis of the pedagogical advantages of multimedia quizzes, which include visual, auditory and interactive elements that activate various channels of information perception. The psychological and pedagogical aspects of the use of interactive technologies are considered: the formation of a safe educational environment, reducing anxiety, developing students' independence and teamwork. The article provides a comparative analysis of domestic online quiz creation services (DiaClass, myQuiz, Joyteka, FlikTop, Online Test Pad, etc.), discloses their didactic capabilities and selection criteria, taking into account the specifics of IT disciplines. The authors substantiate that multimedia quizzes perform not only controlling, but also developmental and motivational functions, acting as a link between traditional and digital learning formats. The proposed methodological recommendations for the integration of quizzes into lectures and practical classes are aimed at improving the efficiency of mastering theoretical knowledge, developing critical thinking and creative potential of students. It is concluded that the use of multimedia quizzes is a strategically important area for improving digital didactics and improving the quality of higher education in the IT field.