4. Introduction
● Audio visual aids are added devices that help the
teacher to clarify accurate concept and enable to make
learning more effective, interesting and meaningful.
5. PURPOSE AND IMPORTANCE OF A.V AIDS:-
• To Improve and make teaching effective.
• To Unable the audience to look, listen and learn.
• To Make learning interesting and profited.
• To Increase attention and concentration.
• To enable the students to learn faster & To remember for longer duration.
• To help in overcoming the language barrier b/w the students & the
teacher and make learning effective.
• To provide an opportunity situation type of learning field trip.
• To gain more accurate information, understand the concepts with
adequate meaning.
6. PRINCIPLES OF AUDIO-VISUAL AIDS:-
• They should be meaningful and purposeful.
• They should be simple.
• They should be accurate in every respect.
• They should be cheap.
• As far as possible they should be improvised.
• They should be larger enough to be properly seen by students.
• They should be true representatives of the real things.
• They should be encourage students participation when appropriate.
7. Examples of Audiovisual Aids
Slideshows:
• These are presentations created using software like PowerPoint.
• Slideshows combine text, images, graphs, and videos to present information in a visually
appealing and structured manner.
Videos:
• Videos combine moving images, sound effects, narration, and sometimes text to convey
information or demonstrate processes.
• They can be pre-recorded or streamed live.
Whiteboards and chalkboards:
• These traditional aids allow presenters or teachers to write or draw visuals in real-time, promoting
interaction and enhancing understanding.
Models and props:
• Physical models or props provide a tangible representation of an object, system, or concept,
helping the audience visualize and understand it better.
8. Examples of Audiovisual Aids
Audio recordings:
• Recordings of speeches, interviews, or sound effects can be used to enhance the auditory
experience, provide examples, or create specific atmospheres.
Interactive multimedia:
• Interactive applications, simulations, virtual reality (VR), or augmented reality (AR) experiences
engage users actively, allowing them to explore and learn in an immersive environment.
9. Effective Use of Audiovisual Aids:
Keep it simple:
• Avoid clutter and excessive information. Use clear visuals and concise, well-structured content.
Maintain relevance:
• Choose aids that directly support the topic or concept being presented and align with the
audience's needs.
Practice and prepare:
• Familiarize yourself with the aids beforehand and ensure they function properly.
• Practice using them to maintain a smooth and confident presentation.
Engage the audience:
• Encourage interaction, ask questions, or initiate discussions related to the audiovisual aids to
keep the audience actively involved.
Use aids as supplements:
• Audiovisual aids should enhance your presentation or teaching; they should not replace you
as the main communicator.
• Use aids as tools to support your message, not as a distraction.
10. Type of audio Visual Aids
Audio
visual Aids
Devices that we can
only hear.
Radio
Cassette
Recorder
Head phone
Microphone
Tape recorder
Devices that require
special equipment,
electricity, means they
need a screen for
projection.
Over hand
Projector
Slides
Film strip etc
Devices that does
not require any
special equipment
and they don't need a
screen for projection.
Pictures/Images
Graphic
Model board
display
Audio Aids Projected Non
projected
Devices that we can
both see and hear.
Computer
Videos
Television
Movies etc
