International Journal of Sciences: Basic and Applied Research (IJSBAR) ISSN 2307-4531 (Print & Online) http://gssrr.org/index.php?journal=JournalOfBasicAndApplied --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- An Assessment of Multimedia Resources in Teaching and Learning in Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria Sani Murtala Ridwan* Kashim Ibrahim Library, Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria Kaduna-Nigeria Email: sanimridwan@gmail.com Abstract The basic goal of information Technology is to harness the information resources and information capabilities of the organization in order to enable the organization to learn and adapt to its changing environment, Multimedia technology as an innovative teaching and learning strategy in a problem-based learning environment is alternative system in developing practical learning environment by giving the students a well interactive study, project and train them in this skill set. This paper formulated an assessment of multimedia resources in teaching and learning in Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria, highlighted the general concept of multimedia systems, statement of the problems, and major finding of the research. Recommendations for functional use of multimedia systems in teaching and learning have also been given Keywords: Assessment, Multimedia, Resources, Teaching, Learning, University. 1. Introduction Computer developers started looking to multimedia as a delivery system of information using text, pictures, audio, and video. Multimedia computers could be used to increase efficiency and productivity on the job, provide information at out fingertips in the home, and help students learn more effectively both in and out of the classroom. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ * Corresponding author. Phone no. +2348068877574 +201116942299 E-mail address: sanimridwan@gmail.com. 60