CHAPTER 2
Communication Aids and Strategies Using Tools of Technology
Lesson 1
Preparing Multimedia
Engaging: Putting Things in the Right Perspective
1. Watch the video "The world's worst research presentation"
([Link]
In 500 words:
1.1. What are your impressions about the research presentation?
1.2. What makes the presentation worst?
1.3. In what ways can the presentation be improved?
Initializing
In today's digital society, communication is mediated using technology. For communication to
be more effective, it is imperative to know how technology works, what purposes it can serve
and how it can be used efficiently and effectively used to achieve specific goals in the
communication process.
To have a better understanding on how technology can enhance communication, open this link:
[Link]
Concept Grounding
In preparing multimedia presentations for various communication purposes, it
is important to consider the following:
A. Characteristics of Multimedia Presentations
1. Multimedia presentations are visually oriented (displayed on a monitor or projected onto
a screen).
2. They allow users to use different modalities such as;
a. Text
b. Graphics
c. Photographs
d. Audio
e. Animation
f. Video
Special features of computer-based presentations
1. Custom navigation (linking) between slides, to other media, and to the Internet
2. Can be made into hard copy printouts or transparencies
3. Can be uploaded to the Web
B. Steps in Making Effective Multimedia Presentations
1. Know the purpose of the presentation
2. Know the audience
3. Gather information
4. Use a variety of resources such as:
a. Textbooks
b. digital resources
photographs
Scanned images, student work
c. Internet
5. Do not forget to cite sources:
a. Write the author's name, title of the work, and date of publication.
b. Include the website or Web page address of the source.
c. In general, non-profit educational use of online materials for a lecture qualifies as
"fair use", but it is better to ask the author's permission to use such materials.
d. Always have full bibliographic references for all citations.
6. Organize the information
a. List the main points.
b. Have only one main idea per slide.
c. Present ideas in a logical order.
d. Place important information near the top.
7. Check technical issues
a. Contrast
Dark text on light background
White text on dark background
b. Use only one design and color scheme throughout the presentation.
c. Avoid clutter.
d. Avoid patterned or textured backgrounds.
e. Use large font size (minimum 18 pts)
f. Use fonts that are easy to read. Don't use fancy fonts.
g. Don't use more than two types of fonts.
h. Avoid too much text. Don't use the presentation as your notes.
i. Use no more than 3 or 4 bullets per slide.
8. Be creative
a. Use transitions and animations to add interest.
b. But don't overdo it!
For additional information about creating multimedia presentations, open the link:
[Link]
Firming up
In what ways can the different forms of communication (intrapersonal, interpersonal, small
group, public and mass) be enhanced with the aid of technology?
Concretizing
Feature one of your cultural practices through a multimedia presentation. Observe the guidelines
in creating multimedia presentations.
Lesson 2
Preparing Pecha kutcha Presentation
Engaging: Putting Things in the Right Perspective
Watch a video presentation at [Link] then answer
the following questions:
1. How many minutes did the presentation last?
2. With the number of minutes, was the presenter able to show comprehensively his trip?
3. How was the trip presented?
Initializing
Pecha Kucha is a 20-slide power point presentation which automatically to each succeeding slide
every after 20 seconds. This presentation is very helpful to keep track of the time.
Arniatika (2019) concluded in his study that using the Pecha Kucha presentation is an effective
method in teaching speaking to students. In implementing this method, the process of active
learning can be easily instilled in the students.
Concept Grounding
Watch how to make a Pecha Kucha presentation at [Link]
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Remember:
1. Open the power point. Select blank layout or simply press CTRL N or
2. Command N.
3. Duplicate the blank slides. Make sure that you have 20 blank slides.
4. Select all the slides (you can use CTRL A). Make sure to remove the check mark on the
"on mouse click" then modify the transition speed to 20 seconds.
5. Insert and resize images.
6. After saving the Pecha Kucha presentation, check the speed of transition. Make sure that
the saved speed for all slides is 20 seconds.
7. Practice your narration with the Pecha Kucha presentation. You can record your narration
in the power point presentation.
Firming up
Using a graphic aid, illustrate how to create a Pecha Kucha presentation.
Concretizing
Make a Pecha Kucha presentation about the best of your region.