Use Audiovisuals [1]

Major Types of Audiovisuals

6. Videos

Advantages

• Can convey complex or intricate maneuvers involving specialized equipment.
• Provides access to experts, officials, and other key people not available in person.
• Adds visual interest to a presentation.
• Moving pictures with audio can convey information and elicit emotions like no other media.

Disadvantages

• Requires specialized equipment that may not be readily available
• Videos may be too lengthy for your presentation
• Tendency to rely on the video to carry the presentation

Tips for Using Video

• Know how to operate equipment ahead of time.
• If possible, get someone to operate the equipment.
• Cue up video tape prior to your presentation.
• Introduce the video.

 

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Tips for Programs

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