Public Speaking Chapter 14- Using Visual Aids

What is the most effective way to show drawings or photographs?

With a presentation program such as PowerPoint and Keynote

What do visual aids do? (regarding stage-fright)

Heighten audience interest shift attention away from speaker give the speaker greater confidence as a whole

What is the most common type of graph?

Line graph

What are the types of visual aids?

Objects and Models Photographs and Drawings Graphs Charts Video Yourself (The speaker)

Which graph is best suited for illustrating simple distribution patterns?

Pie Graph

What are the 5 guidelines to follow when selecting a font?

1. Choose fonts that are clear and easy to read 2. Avoid using all caps 3. Don't use more than two fonts on a single slide 4. Use the same fonts on all your slides 5. Put titles and major headings in at least 36-44 pt. font. Make subheads and other texts at least 24-30 pt.

What are the book's 7 guidelines for presenting visual aids?

1. Display visual aids where listeners can see them 2. Avoid passing visual aids among the audience 3. Display visual aids only while discussing them 4. Explain visual aids clearly and concisely 5. Talk to your audience, not to your aid 6. Practice with your visual aid 7. Check the room and equipment

What are the 5 guidelines from the book on how to use images strategically.

1. Make sure images are large enough to be seen clearly 2. Choose high-resolution images 3. Keep graphs and charts clear and simple 4. In most cases, include a title above charts and graphs 5. Edit video so it is integrated seamlessly into your slides

What are the two advantages of preparing visual aids in advance?

1. You have time and resources to devise creative and attractive aids 2. You can use the aids while practicing your speech

What graph should you use when showing comparisons among two or more items?

Bar graph

How does an average public speaker come across when using visual aids?

Better prepared More credible More professional

What are the guidelines for preparing visual aids?

Prepare visual aids well in advance Keep visual aids simple Make sure visual aids are large enough Use a limited amount of text Use fonts effectively Use color effectively Use images effectively

How does the audience respond when a speech is presented visually and verbally?

They find the message more interesting Grasp it more easily Retain it longer

How should one set up the color scheme of their presentation?

Use colors consistently. Set up one color for backgrounds, one for titles, and one for the other text throughout your slides.

What four things should you consider when using a video as a visual aid?

1. Make sure the clip isn't too long. (No longer than 30 sec) 2. Make sure the video is cued to start exactly where you want it 3. Edit the video to the precise length so it will blend smoothly. 4. Beware of low-resolution videos that may appear blurry when projected.