A comparative analysis of HTML and Windows-based multimedia software-an exploratory study

We report on our preliminary analysis of a quasi-experiment designed to assess students´ reactions to HTML and Windows-based multimedia software, their computer expertise, and their demographic characteristics. Students found the HTML and multimedia modules comparable in legibility of text, quality of writing, ease of navigation, and ease of recovering their orientation if they felt lost. Overall students reported that the HTML module was easier to use, more enjoyable, and more satisfying than the multimedia module. Students, mostly university juniors and seniors, brought substantial computer experience to the project and they reported a wide range of computer skills. Most students exhibited low computer anxiety