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III. Types of Technology in Learning Media
Today learning media can be developed from various types of

technology. Below will be explained several types of use of technology as a
learning medium.
a. Print Technology

Print Technology is a way of producing or conveying materials,
such as books, and static visual materials, mainly through mechanical or

photographic printing. This technology forms the basis for developing
and utilizing most other learning materials. The result of this technology
is in the form of a mold. Text in computer display is an example of

using computer technology for production. If the text is printed as
"prints" for learning purposes, it is an example of delivery in the form

of printing technology.
The two components of this technology are verbal and visual text
materials. The development of these two types of learning materials is

highly dependent on the theory of visual perception, reading theory,
information processing by humans, and learning theory.
In particular, print/visual technology has the following

characteristics:
1) Text is read linearly, while visuals are recorded according to
space

2) Both usually provide passive one-way communication.
3) Both are static visuals

4) Its development is very dependent on linguistics and visual
perception principles.
5) Both are learner-centred

6) Information can be organized and restructured by the user.
b. Audio-Visual Technology

Audio-Visual Technology is a way of producing and delivering
material using electronics and equipment to present audio and visual
messages. Audio-visual learning can be recognized easily because it