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The Relevance of
Presenting Legal Topics
Through Multimedia on
Digital Platforms
Furqat Alimardonov
Independent Researcher, Uzbek State University of World Languages,
Uzbekistan
Abstract
: This article explores the relevance of
presenting legal content in internet publications
through multimedia tools. The author analyzes how
legal information can be simplified and made more
accessible through the use of videos, infographics,
animations, and podcasts. The paper highlights the role
of interactivity and visual communication in enhancing
public understanding of legal matters. Drawing on
psychological and cognitive research, particularly the
works of R. Mayer and E. Tufte, the article demonstrates
the effectiveness of multimedia in legal communication.
It also examines the current state of legal content
presentation in Uzbek internet media, existing
challenges, and ways to improve it. Emphasis is placed
on international experience and the strategic
importance of multimedia in raising legal awareness
among the population of Uzbekistan.
Keywords:
Legal content, multimedia, internet
publications, infographics, video, podcasts, interactivity,
visualization, legal culture, Uzbekistan, internet
journalism, information technologies, legal literacy.
Introduction:
The advancement of the internet and
digital technologies has fundamentally transformed the
methods of presenting legal information. Legal content
is now delivered not only through text or images but
also in interactive and visual formats using multimedia
tools. This approach enhances speed, accuracy, and
clarity, enabling users to easily comprehend
information.
Multimedia tools such as videos, infographics, and
animations simplify the explanation of complex legal
issues. These tools are particularly effective in vividly
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and clearly representing situations that are difficult to
describe verbally, playing a crucial role in
disseminating legal norms to the general public.
Key advantages of multimedia content:
Facilitates understanding: Laws, legal procedures, and
organizational regulations can be explained quickly
and simply using videos and infographics.
Interactivity: Multimedia tools offer interactive
features such as Q&As, quizzes, and surveys related to
legal changes, making it easier for users to engage and
benefit.
Mass outreach and engagement: Videos, infographics,
and animations spread widely among the public and
help raise awareness of the importance of laws.
The dissemination of legal content through multimedia
tool
s significantly contributes to enhancing citizens’
legal culture. In R. Mayer’s book “Multimedia
Learning”, the effectiveness of multimedia is
discussed. According to him, information delivered
through videos and infographics is highly efficient and
simplifies the learning process for users [1].
E. Tufte, in his work “The Visual Display of Quantitative
Information”, highlights the impact of infographics and
visual tools in quickly and clearly conveying
information. He emphasizes that legal information,
when presented via multimedia, becomes more
concise and understandable [2].
Main platforms and methods used to present legal
content through multimedia tools:
Videos: Legal topics, expert opinions, and up-to-date
information can be shared through platforms like
YouTube.
Interactive infographics: These allow users to explore
laws and legal procedures interactively and are often
used on legal portals and websites.
Podcasts: Disseminating information about laws and
legal issues via podcasts reaches broad audiences and
stimulates public discourse.
The use of multimedia tools in online publications
deepens the impact of legal content on users. It
enables legal information to be presented in both
visual and interactive formats.
Psychological and cognitive studies indicate that
human perception and thinking processes are
significantly influenced by multimedia tools. For
example, Mayer’s method shows that when
information is delivered through a combination of text,
image, and audio, comprehension becomes easier, and
users can absorb more content in a shorter time [3].
Interactive multimedia tools play a crucial role in
engaging users with legal content. For timely access to
necessary information, users require inclusive and
interactive environments in online publications.
Interactivity allows users to actively participate in the
learning process. According to Ainsworth’s study,
interactive multimedia tools improve user engagement,
memorization, and application of information [4].
The application of multimedia tools in legal content
presentation involves not only establishing public
communication but also demands a systematic
response to changes in the legal field. When analyzing
legal content, it is essential to inform the public about
changes in legislation via videos, short clips, or
infographics.
Murray’s research evaluates the effectiveness of
multimedia content in explaining legislative changes to
the public. It demonstrates that distributing practical
legal information through interactive videos and
infographics significantly guides users in understanding
real-life legal situations [5].
Alongside the adoption of multimedia tools, new
journalistic genres especially longreads are gaining
popularity in online publications. These genres are seen
as effective formats for presenting legal content and
allow for in-depth analytical reporting [6].
In the U.S., approaches to presenting legal content in
online media focus on timeliness and user convenience.
Reliable and popular sources in the region include
LexisNexis [7] and Westlaw [8].
In the European Union, the presentation of legal
content by online media is based on multilingualism and
cultural integration. EU media aim to deliver uniform
legal information to everyone while also considering
each country’s national laws a
nd cultural contexts [9].
In Uzbekistan, online publications are in a new phase of
development, and the importance of presenting legal
content is increasing sharply. Disseminating legal
information through internet platforms has become a
part of national information policy, aimed at fostering
understanding of human rights and civic responsibility.
Currently, the main tools used by online publications in
Uzbekistan to present legal information include:
Official online publications (e.g., Gazeta.uz, Kun.uz):
These trusted sources serve as the primary platforms for
delivering legal information, including laws, regulatory
documents, and court decisions. They focus on quick
and accurate reporting.
Legal information portals: These are growing alongside
judicial and legal service systems and offer citizens
access to legal consultations and case-related decisions.
Social media and blogosphere: Blogs and social media
platforms in Uzbekistan increasingly cover legal topics,
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with particular interest in labor rights and public legal
education.
Each method of presenting legal content in online
publications has its own advantages and specific
responsibilities. Official publications are trusted
sources grounded in current law, yet their
straightforward and uniform style may limit public
engagement.
The integration and cooperation of online publications,
TV channels, blogs, and digital platforms are essential
for effectively disseminating legal content to diverse
audiences.
“Information and communication technologies ha
ve
changed lifestyles, work, communication, self-
expression, value formation, and participation in
socially significant events. Thus, critical engagement
with mass media must be based on social-philosophical
theories, ethics, and research in media studies. Mass
media, integrating socio-legal, cultural, and media
theories, is forming a renewed historical narrative of
human rights through media policy. Developing skills in
perceiving information, understanding the significance
of audiovisual content, and managing and directing
information flows is essential for modern individuals in
society”
[10:11].
International publications examine controversial
issues between personal freedoms (speech freedom,
gender identity) and public interests from a civic
perspective. Uzbek online publications must foster
balanced discussions between legal and social values
and establish a coherent legal stance aligned with
historical, national, and constitutional principles.
The international experience demonstrates that
disseminating legal information is not merely about
informing the public, but also about forming legal
aw
areness and culture within society. For Uzbekistan’s
online media to effectively benefit from this trend, the
following recommendations are proposed:
Diversify content according to audience needs:
For legal professionals and researchers: analytical
articles grounded in legal norms;
For the general public: simplified, reflective, real-life-
based legal materials;
For youth and students: engaging, visual, and
interactive legal content.
Presenting legal content is a critical issue in the
development of online publications in Uzbekistan.
Although the opportunities to distribute legal content
through internet platforms are expanding, several
challenges remain. To address these, it is important to
adopt international best practices and develop new
methods.
One such challenge is the low level of legal literacy
among users. Many who read online publications or
watch legal videos lack accurate knowledge. Therefore,
content must be precise and aimed at improving legal
literacy.
Technological infrastructure development is also key to
enhancing the effectiveness of Uzbek online
publications. Integrating interactive tools, reliable
systems, and high-quality visual content is essential. For
example, creating animations, videos, and infographics
about laws and court decisions can significantly improve
the delivery of clear information to the public.
The use of multimedia tools in online publications not
only helps expand citizens’ legal understanding but also
becomes an essential method for delivering legal
content effectively. This ensures the wide dissemination
of legal norms and information among the public,
increases the influence of online publications, and
contributes to raising legal literacy.
CONCLUSION
The integration of multimedia tools into the
presentation of legal content on digital platforms has
significantly enhanced accessibility, clarity, and public
engagement. Videos, infographics, and interactive
formats help simplify complex legal issues and foster a
better understanding of laws among diverse audiences.
As Uzbekistan's digital media continues to develop,
adopting international best practices and investing in
user-friendly, interactive legal content will be essential
for raising legal awareness and promoting civic
responsibility in the digital age.
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