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> Are there legitimate studies that show multimedia to be effective to
learning?

There actually is more evidence to support the contrary--that the media
(multi or not) makes no difference in learning. For research in this area
see R. E. Clark "Reconsidering research on learning from media". Clark has
lots of detractors, but has solid research to back him.

On the other side, try R. B. Kozma "Learning from media". Kozma says that
computer media possess unique properties that enhance learning.

From what I've seen, the bottom line is that NO information delivery tool
(multi or not) can make up for poor instructional design--this is Clark's
hypothesis. Also, keep in mind, that when radio was new it had devotees
hailing it as an eductional cure-all, as did TV, etc, etc.