Friday, March 6, 2015

Pros & Cons of Visual Aid Options 2

Flipcharts or Whiteboards
Pros: 
Easy and inexpensive to create and update
Easy to record comments from the audience
Able to combine other visuals in the same presentation.

Cons:
Require some level of skill for working with graphics
Unsuitable for large audiences
Flipcharts are difficult to transport around
Easily worn out with constant usage


Video

Pros:
Provides us with accurate information.
Helps to keep the audience interested.
Professional in appearance

Cons:
Expensive to create and update.
Creates potential for compatibility issue, relating to computer video formats.
Unattractive video could lose audience attention.


Props

Pros:
Offer a realistic reinforcement of message
Increase audience participation with close observation
Sometime inexpensive and readily available

Cons:
Limited use with a large audience
Lead to extra work and expense in transporting
Require a large storage space.


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References:
Guffey, M. E., Loewy, D., Rhodes, K., & Rogin, P. (2011). Business Communication. Toronto, ON: Nelson Education.

Skills You Need. (2015). Working with Visual Aids. Retrieved from

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