1. Effective Visual Aid Use College Now Workshop 2014 Prepared by Mark A. Fokken

2. I. Main Point A. Subpoint B. SubpointC. Subpoint Statistic Testimony Visual Aid - Graph Example Statistic Testimony Example Visual Aid - Picture Testimony

3. A. Functions of Visual Aids 1.Clarify / shorten explanations 2.Add interest 3.Enhance Memory / Retention 4.Prove a point / persuade 5.Add Credibility

4. B. Types of Visual Aids 1.Text 2.Pictures 3.Objects 4.Models 5.Charts, Graphs & Diagrams 6.Media (video, audio, computer/internet multimedia,etc.)internet

5. C. Guidelines for Preparing: 1.Use sparingly (fewer are better) 2.Use simple layouts 3.Make the large 4.Choose fonts wisely 5.Use negative space effectively 6.Use color 7.Edit video and audio 8.Check spelling!!

6. D. Guidelines for Using: 1.Practice with them many times 2.Arrive early to check & set up 3.Explain them for the audience 4.Talk to the audience; NOT the VA 5.Don’t pass items around 6.Don’t stop talking as you manipulate 7.Prepare for anything

7. Visual Aids: Questions? Suggestions?

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13. Sites for Creating Charts & Graphs http://nces.ed.gov/nceskids/createagraph/default. aspx?ID=7dafcaedd50645d991e3900cb0f44069 http://nces.ed.gov/nceskids/createagraph/default. aspx?ID=7dafcaedd50645d991e3900cb0f44069