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Universidad Autónoma de Chiriquí �Faculty of Humanities�School of English�ING 420 Materials

Audio-Visual Materials

Group Members

Quintero, Yenny

Perez, Maritzel

Flores, Marino

�Professor

Marisol Barraza

��May 28th, 2019

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Introduction

We remember 20% of what we hear, 30% of what we see, 50% of what we see and hear, and 90% of what we say and do.
Using audio-visual materials appeals to the senses of hearing and sight to make classes more interesting and interactive for students.
Audio-visual materials strengthen teachers' skills in making teaching-learning process more effective by attracting and retaining learners' attention.

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Table of Contents

1. Definition (3 authors)

2. Types of audio-visual materials

3. The role of audio-visual materials in the language classroom

4. Advantages of using audio-visual materials in the language classroom

5. Disadvantages of using audio-visual materials in the language classroom

6. Main principles for selecting audio-visual materials correctly

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7. Characteristics of effective audio-visual materials for ESL/EFL teaching

8. Tips for making the best use of audio-visual materials

9. Types of activities that can be used with audio-visual materials

10. Websites where to find audio-visual materials

11. Conclusion

12. Reference page

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Definitions

According to Dike (1993), “Audio visual resources are those materials which do not depend solely upon reading to convey meaning. They may present information through the sense of hearing as in audio resources, sight, as in visual resources or through a combination of senses.”

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Good's Dictionary of Education defines audio visual aids as anything by means of which learning process may be encouraged or carried on through the sense of hearing or sense of sight.

According to Kinder (1959), “Audio visual aids are any device which can be used to make learning experience more concrete, more realistic, and more dynamic.”

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Types of Audio-Visual Materials

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Television

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CD/Cassettes

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LCD Projector

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Overhead Projector

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Printed materials with recorded sound

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Computer with LCD (liquid crystal display)

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PowerPoint Slides (presentations)

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The role of Audio-Visual Materials

Stimulate the sensory organs, ears and eyes, to facilitate quick comprehension of the information trying to be conveyed
Generate interest
Enhance retention of information
Make learning a pleasant and entertaining experience

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Advantages of using Audio-Visual Materials

Help students understand and remember concepts more easily
Make teaching and learning effective
Provide variety to teaching
Help grab students' attention
Provide students a realistic approach and experience
Improve students' critical and analytical thinking

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Disadvantages of using Audio-visual Materials

Technical Problem
Can be a distraction
Expensive
Affect the teacher-student relationship

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Principles for selecting Audio-Visual Materials

Select materials that fit the maturity, interest, and abilities of the group.

Select materials that are appropriate for the particular learning activity.

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Principles for selecting audio-visual materials

Select materials that compliment, rather than duplicate, other learning resources.

Avoid the overuse of materials.

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Question to ask when selecting Audio-Visual Materials

Does it meet the object?
Does it support the lesson plan?
Is it current and accurate?
Can the teaching point be adequately visualized?
Is there enough time for using or presenting the audio-visual material?

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Characteristics of effective� Audio-Visual Materials

Clarify abstract ideas
Large and clear enough
Only necessary explanatory written material
Attractive and professional in appearance
Be portable
Allow easy cleaning

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Tips for making the best use of Audio-Visual Materials�

AV materials must be seen, listened, and understood by everyone
Directly relevant to what you are teaching
The teacher should know the audio-visual material very well
Information should match the pace of learning

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Tips for making the best use of Audio-Visual Materials�

Text on computer screen should be legible from a distance of 2meters
Use fonts that are easy to read and use color effectively
Free of grammar and spelling mistakes
When you finish, remove them, cover them, or turn them off
Always have a backup plan in case something goes wrong
At the end, ask students for feedback

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