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as tools to build these learning media. Here is a list of applications and software
you can try to develop for learning multimedia, especially digital-based ones.

a. Canva
Canva is one of the most popular graphics or visual processing
applications today. Canva is a cloud-based graphics processing

application, so you must be connected to the internet if you want to use
it. As an educator, you can use Canva for your learning media visual

design needs, such as creating infographics, material summaries,
worksheets, brochures, posters, presentation templates, YouTube
thumbnails, and other simple graphic needs. Creating visual designs in

Canva is also easier because each design type is grouped according to
its own category. There are at least seven categories: social media,

documents, personal, education, marketing, events, and advertising.
You can directly use this application through the canva.com website or
the mobile application available on the Playstore and Apple Store.

Remember, you need to create an account before using this app.
Pros: 1). simple interface; 2). Has thousands of templates; 3). It
does not need to be installed on the computer; 4). Saves storage space

usage; 5). It can be used via smartphones.
Weaknesses: 1). Cannot be accessed without an internet
connection; 2). Unable to export source file; 3). Cannot export files

with transparent backgrounds (premium feature); 4). Cannot export
GIF and video files (premium feature).

b. Powtoon
Powtoon is an interactive animation video and presentation
application. You can use this application for learning media needs,

such as presentations, animated videos, moving infographics, etc.
Using Powtoon, your explanation of material concepts can be more

apparent and overcome the limitations of space, time, and senses.
Powtoon has a variety of features and templates that will help facilitate
the process of making learning media. You can add characters, text