Verbal and Visual Support in Presentations
Published on Sep 14, 2016
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Verbal & Visual Support
Adler, R., Elmhorst, J., Lucas, K. (2013). Communicating at Work. McGraw Hill: New York, NY.
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Verbal Support (p. 290)
- Definitions
- Examples
- Stories
- Statistics
- Comparisons
- Quotations
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Citing
- Cite in a way that adds to credibiilty.
- Cite sources that have credibility with YOUR audience.
- Long citation? Restate the point.
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Visual Support
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Visual Aids
- Show how things look
- Show how things work
- Show how things relate to one another
- Emphasize important points
Types of Visual Aids
- Objects & models
- Photographs & Videos
- Diagrams & Graphs
- Lists & tables
- Pie, bar & column charts
- Pictograms
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Mediums for Visual Aids
- Chalk & dry erase boards
- Flip charts & poster boards
- Computer displays
- Handouts
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Software - Advantages
- Onscreen show with special effects
- Organize notes for self
- Create charts, graphs & tables
Software - Dangers
- Poorly conceived messages
- Design over content
- Overly complex presentations
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Selection
- Have a reason for visual
- Keep slide show brief
- Match sophistication of audience
Design
- Make sure large enough to see
- Simple design & few words
- Label all items
- Display, only if speaking about
- Make sure they'll work in the room
- Practice!
