interactives
Hands-on digital elements
Interactives are digital media elements that respond to user input—clickable graphics, simulations, quizzes, or data visualizations on websites and in apps.
The term emerged from journalism and education, where static content gave way to elements readers could manipulate: The article includes interactives showing election results by county.
Also used attributively: interactive features, interactive storytelling.
Occurring without processing delay
- feedbackReturned response data
- responsivenessReadiness to react
- personalizationTailoring to individual needs
- navigationDetermining position and course
interface · usability · accessibility · immersion · click-through · drag-and-drop · swipe · toggle
Technique creating movement illusion
- videoRecorded moving imagery
- audioTransmitted sound content
- graphicsVisual design elements
- 3DThree-axis spatial representation
augmented-reality · touchscreen · multitouch · streaming · hyperlink · clickable · hotspot · rollover
Worn symbols of status
- leaderboardsRanked player score lists
- pointsUnits of tally
- rewardsBenefits given for merit
- challengesDifficulties requiring effort
achievements · progression · levels · quests · unlockables · avatars · power-ups · streaks
Instructional step-by-step guide
- simulationImitation of real processes
- edutainmentAmusing instruction media
- e-learningInternet-delivered instruction
- coursewareEducational software package
quiz · scaffolding · constructivism · pedagogy · curriculum · self-paced · assessment · flashcard
real-time
Occurring without processing delay
- feedbackReturned response data
- responsivenessReadiness to react
- personalizationTailoring to individual needs
navigation · interface · usability · accessibility · immersion · click-through · drag-and-drop · swipe · toggle · slider
animation
Technique creating movement illusion
3D · augmented-reality · touchscreen · multitouch · streaming · hyperlink · clickable · hotspot · rollover · slideshow
badges
Worn symbols of status
- leaderboardsRanked player score lists
- pointsUnits of tally
- rewardsBenefits given for merit
challenges · achievements · progression · levels · quests · unlockables · avatars · power-ups · streaks · rankings
tutorial
Instructional step-by-step guide
- simulationImitation of real processes
- edutainmentAmusing instruction media
- e-learningInternet-delivered instruction
courseware · quiz · scaffolding · constructivism · pedagogy · curriculum · self-paced · assessment · flashcard · explainer
infographic
Visual data presentation
dashboard · filter · sort · tooltip · legend · drill-down · scatter-plot · histogram · treemap · heatmap
- museumsmuseums, art museums, exhibits, galleries, exhibitions
- instructional designlearning objectives, instructional materials, learning outcomes, course design, backward design
interactivesdioramas
Miniature scenic displays
signage · broadcast media · wall text · posters · printed materials
interactivesbroadcasts
Transmissions for public reception
lectures · slideshows · films · videos · documentaries
- interactive experienceActivity requiring user input
- interactive contentMaterial users engage with
- interactive exercisesTasks requiring active participation
- interactive gameplayGaming with player input
- interactive mapNavigable digital geographic display
- interactive storyNarrative requiring audience input