V i s u a l   M e d i a

 

These are information in visual representations which includes prints, abstracts, analogues, illustrations, and digital reproductions.

 

Types/Format

 

Non-projected media:

1. Cartoon

2. Chart

3. comic strip

4. flash cards

5. graph

6. illustration

7. map

8. model

9. pictures

10. poster

 

Projected media:

1. Film strip

2. OHP

3. Presentation

 

Good Characteristics/Advantages

 

Outline: Start with at least a rough outline of the goal and major points of the presentation before selecting the visual aid(s).

Setting: Make sure that your visual aid may be used and appropriate to where you will conduct the lesson. Culture of the learners, the technology they have in that area, etc.,  must be considered.

 

Distribution: Give participants paper copies of various graphic aids used in your presentation. They will be able to write on the paper copies and have them for future reference.

 

Time: Account for production time in your planning and selection process. Slides must be developed, filmstrips edited - you do not want to back yourself against a wall because the visuals are not ready. You can often get production work done in 24-48 hours, but it is much more expensive than work that is done on an extended schedule.

 

Appropriateness: Use charts and graphs to support the presentation of numerical information. Models may be used in replacement for the "real thing" but you may also consider photographs.

 

Visual Element/Consistency: Determine the difference between what you will say and what the visual aid will show. Do not read straight from your visuals.

 

Verbal Element: Make sure to use consistent lettering style and make sure that they are in harmony. Make sure that the letters are in contrast to the background and consider the size and spaces of the letters. For projected materials, you may use the 7x7 rule (max. of 7 lines per slide and 7 words per line)

 

Element of Appeal: Make sure that your visual aid has an appeal to your viewers. It should catch and hold their attention.

Message: Keep it Simple and Straightforward

Practice Makes Perfect: Practice presenting the visual materials so you are familiar with their use and order.

 

Feedback: Ask for feedback on the clarity of your visuals and do so early enough to allow yourself time to make needed adjustments.

 

Integration in Education/Educational Implication

 

• Attention grabber

• Helps students remember the lessons much easily (association)

• Supplements textual and verbal information

• As 21st century learners, visual media helps us integrate the same lessons in a much familiar medium or form of instruction

• Can be used to review previous lessons or a transition from the previous lesson to the next

• Helps simplify complex lessons; each subtopic can be presented in an orderly manner and discussed separately

• Presents visual representations of topics that will subject the learners in interactive discussion whether in descriptive, persuasive or argumentative discussions (may include hands-on exercises using various forms of visual media for a dynamic teacher-student-information interaction)