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Communication

aids and strategies


USING TOOLS AND
TECHNOLOGY

BY GROUP 2
COMMUNICATION AIDS

Also referred to as Augmentative and Alternative


Communication(AAC) which support or replace
spoken communication.
Helps individual to communicate more effectively
with people around them.
Two main types of AAC system

Aided Communication
Uses technology or equipment
Can be simple (e.g., writing) or complex (e.g., eye
gaze activated computer)

Unaided Communication
No technology or tools
Uses body language, gestures, vocalizations, and signs
PRESENTATION MEDIA
In today's digital society, effective communication relies on
understanding technology's functions, purposes, and efficient use to
achieve specific communication goals.
TRADITIONAL AUDIO AND VIDEO MEDIA

Flip chart White or chalk board Overhead transparencies


Document camera Video

Sound Recording
Handouts
COMPUTER TECHNOLOGY

Digital slides - a p r e s e n t a t i o n s o f t w a r e t h a t c o m m o n l y u s e

Power Point presentation. It allows computer users to


display information in multimedia slideshows.

Real- time web access - i t i s u s e t o d e m o n s t r a t e h o w t o d o

something special on the web such as researching an


idea, checking the current status of any topic, or
displaying articles found on websites that support your
purpose or argument.
4 integrated parts of aided
communication
SYMBOL

AIDS OR TOOLS

SELECTION METHODS

STRATEGIES
COMMUNICATION STRATEGY
is a blueprint or plan that maps out how to convey a message. ​

designed to help people communicate effectively and achieve individual or organizational objectives. ​

It involves choosing the most useful communication objectives and recognizing a particular brand and

its strategies in terms of attitude. ​

TYPES OF COMMUNICATION STRATEGIES


VERBAL COMMUNICATION STRATEGIES- Can be either written and oral communication

NON-VERBAL COMMUNICATION STRATIGIES -is more on visual cues such as facial reactions,

body language, voice tone, and the physical distance between communicators

VISUAL COMMUNICATION STRATIEGIES - consist of signs, webpages, and illustrations. Provides

documentation in school and in workplace


Areas of Web-Based Communication
sharing of information, words or ideas over a network of
computers known as the Internet.

SOCIAL MEDIA
It is internet-based
and computer based
technology that gives
users quick electronic
communication of
content.
WEB-BASED CONTENT
The primary purpose of web-based
content is to communicate and
engage with an audience by
informing, educating, entertaining,
persuading, selling, and connecting.

Web content refers to a website's


textual, aural, or visual content.
ANALYTICS
systematic computational
analysis of data or statistics.
to measure website
performance and to prove
your value in being able to do
so.
Types of Web-Based Communication
INSTANT MESSAGING
Types of real-time communication and text-based to stay connected with
friends, family, and colleagues instantly

Advantages
Real-time communication
Ability to see online status
Timely notifications
Disadvantages
Spim and Security Risks
Miscommunication
Distraction and Reduced Productivity
Social Isolation
INTERNET TELEPHONY

Focuses on audio and video


communication. Requires both
parties to be online simultaneously
for a call. Generally requires more
internet bandwidth compared to
instant messaging.
IRC (INTERNET RELAY CHATS)
A multi-user chat system where
people can gather in "channels"
or "rooms" to talk in groups or
privately. ​It uses a client/server
model, requiring an IRC client
and Internet access to join
discussions. ​
SOCRATIVE
A system that allows
teachers to create exercises
or educational games which
students can solve using
mobile devices for real-time
assessments in class
THINGLINK

Educators can create interactive


images with music, sounds, texts,
and photographs and share them
on other websites. Thinglink
creates interactive visual content
for educational purposes or
marketing.
ANIMOTO

A digital tool that


allows you to create
high-quality videos
in a short time and
from any mobile
device
KAHOOT!
The educational platform that is based on
games and questions. Teachers can create
questionnaires, discussions, and surveys that
align with academic lessons, projected in
the classroom for students to engage with.
Kahoot! Promotes game-based learning
which increases student engagement and
creates a dynamic, social, and fun
educational environment.
FACTORS TO CONSIDER ON DEVELOPING
COMMUNICATION STRATEGY

1. OBJECTIVE - communication strategy should be aligned


closely to your individual or organizational plan.
Classification of objectives or goals:
General
Specific

2. Audiences- identify your target audience whom you need to


communicate with to achieve your personal or organizational
goal or objectives.
Questions to ask:
a). Who are the key audience members?
b). How much do they know?
c). What do they want to know?
d). What are their personal preferences?
e). Which demographic characteristics are significant?
f). What size is the group?
g). What are the audiences’ attitude?
3. MESSAGES - communication is all about storytelling; thus,
always use an interesting narrative, human interest stories, and
imagery

4. CONTEXT - influences what you say or how you say it.

5. Tools and Activities- identify the most appropriate tools and


activities to be used in communicating the messages to the
audience.
Pitfalls of computerized design programs

a). Poorly conceived messages,


b). Design over content, and
c). Overly complex presentations
Guidelines in presentation software (adler, et al, 2012)

a)Be sure you have a reason for using a visual aid.


b)Keep your slide shows brief.
c)Match the sophistication of your visuals to your audience.
d)Make sure the visual is large enough to see.
e)Keep the design of your visuals simple.
f)Use only a few words (in each slide).
g)Use only horizontal printing.
h)Label all items for clear identification.
i)Display a visual only while you are discussing it.
j)Practice using your visuals.
6. Resources and Time - ensure the availability of the resources and set an
expected timescale for your communication strategy.

7. Evaluation
Self-assessment questions (Adler, et al., 2012)
a)Was each point or claim that I made supported by at least one piece of verbal and/or visual support?
b)Did each piece of supporting material make my claims more clear, interesting, and persuasive?
c) Did I use a variety of verbal support to add impact to my presentation?
d) Did my visuals make my points more clear, interesting, and persuasive?
e) Did I practice using all technology to make sure it operated smoothly in the venue where I spoke?
f) Did I present information honestly and accurately to support my claims?
g) Were the complexity and sophistication of materials I cited appropriate for my audience and topic?
h) Did I cite the sources of my supporting material when appropriate?
STRATEGIES USING TOOLS
OF TECHNOLOGY
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.


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
TIPS IN USING PRESENTATION
MEDIA
1.Practice with your Media.

2.Consider your room and audience.

3.Speak to your audience not your media.


POWERPONT
PRESENTATION TIPS

1.Go for creativity

2.Colors are nice

3.Use good fonts

4.Text is evil (10-20-30)

5.Images say more than a thousand word

6.Big is beautiful.
Thank
You

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