Communication Aids & Strategies Using Technology – Chapter 2

What is the primary advantage of using technology-mediated communication?

It makes communication more effective by allowing the integration of multiple modalities such as text, graphics, audio, video, and animation.

Name two visual characteristics of a multimedia presentation.

It is visually oriented and is displayed on a monitor or projected onto a screen.

Which six modalities can be combined in a multimedia presentation?

Text, graphics, photographs, audio, animation, and video.

Give three special features of computer-based presentations.

Custom navigation (linking to other slides/media/websites), ability to create hard-copy printouts or transparencies, and option to upload the presentation to the web.

What is the first step in making an effective multimedia presentation?

Know the purpose of the presentation.

Why is it important to "know the audience" when preparing a presentation?

Understanding the audience ensures the content, language, and design are tailored to their needs and expectations, increasing effectiveness.

List three types of resources you might gather when creating a multimedia presentation.

Textbooks, digital resources, photographs, scanned images, or student work.

What citation details should be included when using online material?

Author’s name, title of the work, date of publication, and the website or webpage address.

What is the recommended position for important information on a slide?

Near the top of the slide.

State two guidelines for slide contrast.

Use dark text on a light background or white text on a dark background.

What is the minimum recommended font size for presentation text?

18 points.

How many different font types should generally be used in a single presentation?

No more than two font types.

Give one reason to avoid patterned or textured backgrounds in slides.

They can create clutter and reduce readability of text and