Business English - Public Speaking and Presentations

Name 2 disadvantages of using visual aids 

Answer explanation

Poor speakers often use them to divert the audience’s attention away from the content of the speech itself.

They may be all show and no substance.

They may be so complicated that they require additional explanation.

(a)   is useful s it does not need power and so is not affected by power failures or lack of electricity.

Name 2 advantages of using visual aids

Answer explanation

Turn abstract ideas into concrete images.

Serve to emphasise and reinforce key concepts.

Convey many ideas quickly, which is especially useful when time is limited.

Give interest to a presentation.

Can be used as guides for the speaker’s talk and the audience’s understanding.

Have visual appeal.

Should models be used as a visual aid when presenting to

A big audience?

• Yes

• No

To make the most of audio-visual aids, you should:

• Use with each main point you are addressing

• Use them only when they will enhance the value of the message

Select all the possible visual aids you can use:

• Posters

• PowerPoint Presentations

• Cellphone

• Models