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Using Visual Aids

Using Visual Aids. Benefits of Visual Aids. Make instruction more meaningful Help learners learn in a different way Provide a deeper level of learning Engage learners: provide a change in activity Words plus images Bring learning to life. Chalkboard Overhead transparencies Flip Charts.

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Using Visual Aids

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  1. Using Visual Aids

  2. Benefits of Visual Aids • Make instruction more meaningful • Help learners learn in a different way • Provide a deeper level of learning • Engage learners: provide a change in activity • Words plus images • Bring learning to life

  3. Chalkboard Overhead transparencies Flip Charts Models/objects Photographs What are visual aids? Anything that provides a visual representation of concepts students are to learn

  4. Using visual aids • Remember visual aids are only tools for learning • Make sure visual aids support objectives • Before using, ask yourself how they will help students learn • Each element should be simple and support a single idea or concept • Do not read directly from visual aids

  5. Using visual aids • Ask learners to read or listen, not both • Give paper copies of visuals when possible • Remember the importance of variety • Use local photographs and examples when possible • Represent numerical information with charts and graphs when possible

  6. Using visual aids • Use sketches and drawings when photographs are not available or appropriate • Make sure all students can see/read visuals • Do not crowd visuals with words, pictures or color • Provide opportunities for students to read handouts before advancing instruction • Face the class as much as possible during use

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