2. In general…
Films are either short or long clippings intended to
explain something visually
Videos, on the other hand are pretty much the same thing,
but in most cases shows a story.
Television (TV) is the material/tool that is used to present
both film and video.
3. What they do…
It can transmit a wide range of audio-visual materials
like still pictures, specimens, films and drama.
Bring models of excellence to the viewer
Bring reality to the home or the classroom through film or
videotape
4. See and hear world events as they happen
Make a topic understandable to a wide variety of age and
audience.
Provide sounds and sights that are not easily available
5. Procedures and guidelines when using Audio-Visual
materials
Prepare the classroom
Prepare previewing activities
Do not interrupt the viewing
Make sure sights and sounds are clear
After viewing, make the students feel at ease by avoiding difficult
questions, start the discussion with light question.
6. Make sure that the use of TV is in lined with your expected
learning outcomes and is relevant to the topic.
Avoid using audio-visual materials for the sake of killing time,
make sure that viewing is significant and serves a purpose.
7. BENEFITS OF USING THE AUDIO-VISUAL
MATERIALS:
It creates an experience.
It makes learning interactive
Enhances the lesson
Accommodates the diversity of the student’s and their learning
styles
Creates enthusiasm in the students
8. THE SETBACKS OF A-V MATERIALS
Promotes laziness for both students and teacher
Hinders the development of creative thinking and
imagination
Additional expense on the part of the schools
