Visual Symbols Dawey , Febelyn A. Manzano, Arreojn Lloyd G. Olito , Analiza F. Pugal , Maurice Philip A.
Learning objectives Define Visual Symbol Identify different kinds of visual symbols Create sample visual symbols (Module 3, page 12)
Visual symbol Representations of direct reality, which comes in the form of signs and symbols
Kinds of visual symbols
Kinds of visual symbols Cartoons Poster Drawing and Sketches Diagrams Charts Graphs Strip Drawing or Comics Strip Maps
Cartoons Tells stories metaphorically through pictures, which need no captions. a pictorial representation or caricature of person, idea, situation or issue that is designed to influence public opinion. Used as motivation for follow-up activity for evaluation purposes
Cartoons(Cont’d)
Guidelines in using cartoons 1. Appropriateness to experience level - Age and experience or maturity must taken into consideration 2. Simplicity - contains the essential features only 3. Brevity of captions - short and direct captions are used when necessary only 4. Use of clear symbols - dove means peace, owl means wisdom or education, turtle means slow 5. Adequateness of size. - big enough to be seen and appreciated
Poster a combination of bold designs and color primarily intended to catch attention on significant fact, idea or message
Poster(Cont’d)
Characteristics of a good Poster It must be hold an simple but dramatizes features. It must be appropriate to the grade level and to subject and purpose/s. It must have only limited text; few words are generally used and key words are made to standout by means of type size or position. It must be attractive, pleasing to the eyes. Design and color must be given consideration. It must have elements of dynamism and shock.
Drawing and Sketches Concrete visual or a representation of a real thing. It helps illustrating our lecture through freehand sketching in a chalkboard. Crude and simple lines, which are effective in showing what needs to be shown with sufficient clarity, to make the meaning vivid to learners.
Drawing and Sketches(CONT’D) Stick drawing with no elusion of depth but a smart teacher can use them in a very effective way in explaining and showing ideas and concepts.
Drawing and Sketches(CONT’D)
Diagrams Any line drawing that shows arrangement and relations as of parts to the whole, relative values, origins and development, chronological fluctuations, distributions. – Edgar Dale are simplified drawings designed to show interrelationship primarily by means of lines and symbols. used to condense visual summaries of facts; the ideas rely heavily on symbolic means. Graphic organizers
Diagrams (Cont’d)
Charts graphic or pictorial representations of a large mass of information or showing progression thru time and space of people or events, ideas and object. diagrammatic representation of relationships within an organizations.
Kind of charts and examples Data Chart Pictorial Chart Schematic Chart Diagrammatic Chart Multiple leaf Chart Phantom view chart Development or progress chart Table chart Time and tabular chart Stream or tree chart Flow or organizational chart
Data Chart contains items of information of all sorts especially quantitative data.
Pictorial Chart use relevant pictures to present data or information on quantifiable data over a specific period or condition.
Schematic chart shows principle or a law as applied like that of refrigeration.
Diagrammatic chart verb chart is a popular example.
Multiple leaf chart internal working parts of a machine.
Phantom View Chart shows hidden parts of a machine without obliterating the outer parts.
Development or Progress Chart profile of a place or person
Table chart Bus trips
Time and tabular chart presidents and their term of office.
Stream or tree chart Family tree
Flow or organizational chart school personnel chart, life cycle of a frog or the water cycle.
Graphs presents quantitative data for easier analysis and interpretation. shows comparative relationship of data involve in size, trends and growth. pictures that help us understand amounts. These amounts are called data.
Kinds of graphs Line graph Bar graph Circle or pie graph Area and solid graphs Pictorial statistics or pictograph
Line graph the most accurate of all graphs used in plotting trends of relationships between two series of data, also used when there is considerable number of data to be plotted and if these data are continues.
Bar graph simplest of all graphs to read represented either by vertical or horizontal bars.
Circle or pie graph used to present components parts of a whole. parts or segments are calculated in percentage or fractional parts of a whole.
Area or solid graph use for simplest quantitative comparison of components parts of a whole
Pictorial statistics or pictograph make use of related pictures in showing quantitative data most widely used in elementary grades.
Principles in pictographing Simplicity – pictures used must be simple Comparison of relationship must be strikingly seen. Approximates rather than precise amounts are represented. Pictorial symbols used must be self explanatory. Quantities are usually shown by the number of symbols rather than by size.
Strip drawing or comic strip recommended for their story value in adaptation of the classic. effective instruction not only because they are simple, clear and easy to read but because they deal with materials that made personal. form of cartooning in which the same cast of characters form a story in sequence of closely related drawings designed to entertain the readers.
Strip drawing or comic strip (cont’d)
Values derived from the strip drawings Increases interest in the subject individualizes and personalizes instruction for certain types of pupils. Serves as a valuable practice in reading Widens reading interest. To summarize a unit. To arouse emotions.
Reasons for using comics strip It is easy to read so it encourages reading It builds vocabulary It satisfies the collector’s interest in acquiring copies It provides excitement It is inexpensive It satisfies the children’s idea of art
maps Usually shown on flat surface and are used to represent the surface of the earth or some parts of it, showing the relative size and position according to projection and position represented. is a visual representation of an area — a symbolic depiction highlighting relationships between elements of that space such as objects, regions, and themes.
Maps according to content Physical Map - also called as relief maps - shows the three dimensional representation includes geographical and outline of land and water - shows land area in relation to the economy of the place. Political Map - shows national boundaries down to the smaller divisions.
Maps according to form Chalkboard outline map Student outline maps Projected maps Wall maps Atlas-collection of maps Sand table map Pictorial maps
Standards in judging maps Visibility – details are clearly seen and read Detail – less detailed maps are better Scale – marks are clear, dependable and easily interpreted Symbols – not too many to be remembered Color – should be used as an aid to reading Accuracy – in terms of its specific purposes Grade level relevance Print – is legible or readable Durability – can stand several use
Purpose for which maps are being used. To enable students to understand both relative and exact position of political units, land masses and political areas. To furnish information concerning areas, distances, directions, shapes, sizes and relationships. To provide orientation and means of visualizing large and remote areas. To clarify materials To provide a visual basis for comparison and contrast To provide means of regional synthesis To provide interest and stimulation to learn more about people, geographical influences and places.
Purpose for which maps are being used. (cont’d) To enable students to trace movements, migration and distribution of people, vegetation, animal life and culture. To serve as one method of study for recording purposes. To provide an ‘object test’ means for certain types of measurements. To furnish means of self-expression in unit and project study.
Points to remember in utilizing maps for teaching Make sure that the pupils or students comprehend the purpose of the map Promote or develop positive emotional attitude Allow ample time for pupils’ first look Make sure they understand map symbolism.
Any questions?
assessment Identify what visual symbol presented on the screen.
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References Educational Technology Module III, Lesson 2 Visual Symbol page 7-12 https://www.slideshare.net/aympatrickjordan/lesson-13-teaching-with-visual-symbols https://www.slideshare.net/mrespeto/visual-symbols-15384774
Visual Symbols Dawey , Febelyn A. Manzano, Arreojn Lloyd G. Olito , Analiza F. Pugal , Maurice Philip A.