TOPIC 2: COMMUNICATION AIDS AND STRATEGIES USING TOOLS OF TECHNOLOGY

Question 1

These are visual supports used to make a presentation interesting and effective

Answer 1

Communication aids

Question 2

What are the Technology-Based Communication Aids?

Answer 2

1. Text Messaging
2. Social Media
3. Video Conferencing
4. Email
5. Video Presentation

Question 3

What are some examples of Communication aids?

Answer 3

1. PowerPoint
2. Prezi
3. Linkedin Slideshare
4. Brainshark
5. TED.com

Question 4

It is the exchange of information between a sender and a receiver.

Answer 4

Communication

Question 5

What is the main meaning of a Communication Strategy?

Answer 5

The main meaning of a communication strategy is not just about sending messages but ensuring that those messages are received, understood, and acted upon.

Question 6

What are the 6 Key Elements of Communication Strategies?

Answer 6

1. Objectives
2. Target Audience
3. Key Messages
4. Communication Channels
5. Timing and Frequency
6. Responsibility

Question 7

What are the 3 Types of Communication Strategies?

Answer 7

1. Verbal
2. Non-Verbal
3. Visual Communication

Question 8

What are the two categories of Verbal Communication?

Answer 8

Written and Oral Communication

Question 9

Non-verbal communication consists of…
Give examples.

Answer 9

mostly visual cues, such as body language, facial expressions, physical distance between communicators, or the tone of your voice

Question 10

What are some examples of visual communication strategies?

Answer 10

Visual communication strategies can be seen through signs, web pages, and illustrations.

Question 11

A content that combines different content forms such as text, audio, images, animations, video, and interactive content.

Answer 11

Multimedia

Question 12

Give examples of Traditional Visual and Audio Media.

Answer 12

1. Overhead Transparencies
2. Flip Chart
3. White board/chalk board
4. Document Camera
5. Video
6. Handouts, etc.

Question 13

What are the Strategies for Using Tools of Technology?

Answer 13

1. Keep it simple
2. Emphasize your key ideas
3. Show what you can’t say
4. Use close-up shots and other images
5. Keep the number of images you present manageable
6. Combine variety with coherence
7. Use large lettering

Question 14

What are some of the Multimedia Presentation tips?

Answer 14

1. Go for Creativity
2. Colors make it beautiful
3. Use good fonts
4. Images say more that a thousands words
5. Big is beautiful
6. Infographics are amazing. Use simple Infographics.
7. Get inspired.