Effective Visual Aid

Use

College Now Workshop

2014

Prepared by Mark A. Fokken

I. Main Point

A. Subpoint B. Subpoint C. Subpoint

A. Functions of Visual Aids

1. Clarify / shorten explanations2. Add interest3. Enhance Memory / Retention4. Prove a point / persuade5. Add Credibility

B. Types of Visual Aids

1.Text2.Pictures3.Objects4.Models5.Charts, Graphs & Diagrams6.Media (video, audio,

computer/internet multimedia,etc.)

C. Guidelines for Preparing:

1. Use sparingly (fewer are better)

2. Use simple layouts3. Make the large4. Choose fonts wisely5. Use negative space effectively6. Use color7. Edit video and audio8. Check spelling!!

D. Guidelines for Using:

1. Practice with them many times2. Arrive early to check & set up3. Explain them for the audience4. Talk to the audience; NOT the

VA5. Don’t pass items around6. Don’t stop talking as you

manipulate7. Prepare for anything

Visual Aids:

• Questions?• Suggestions?

Leading Causes of Death - 2011

CDC/National Center for Health Statistics website, last updated July 14, 2014

Leading Causes of Death - 2011

CDC/National Center for Health Statistics website, last updated July 14, 2014

Leading Causes of Death - 2011

CDC/National Center for Health Statistics website, last updated July 14, 2014

Wireless Electrical Transmission

Gadgetreview.com

Dynamic Architecture

flickr.com

Sites for Creating Charts & Graphs

• http://nces.ed.gov/nceskids/createagraph/default.aspx?ID=7dafcaedd50645d991e3900cb0f44069