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A. Introduction

This chapter presents three main topics: the history of technology in
instructional media, the concept of technology in instructional media, and the types
of technology in instructional media. Each topic will be explained in more detail

into several subtopics related to the topic.
B. Learning Objectives

After attending this lecture, students can explain the history of technology in
learning media, the concept of technology in learning media, and the types of
technology in learning media.

C. Learning Materials
I. History of Technology in Learning Media
Technology in learning media develops along with the progress of

human civilization. Starting from the practice of education and the audio-
visual communication movement. So far, technology in learning media is
often only interpreted as equipment, teaching media, or a means of delivering

teaching materials. Even more than that, technology in learning media is a
combination of three interrelated elements: media in learning, learning

psychology, and systems approach in education.
James Finn proposed audio-visual communication as technology in
learning; this idea continues to be developed along with the passage of

technology in the era of globalization and is supported by research, theory,
and practice constantly being developed. Finn's ideas about the integrity of the

system and the teaching process explain and expand on the earlier ideas
proposed by Edgar Dale (the theory of cones of experience).
II. Definition of Technology in Learning Media

The definition of technology in learning media will always change
along with existing technological advances. This can be proven by developing
the definition of technology in learning media. According to the Association

for Educational Communications Technology (AECT) 1963, "Audio-visual
communication is a branch of educational theory and practice that is primarily