chap-11,CRCB Reading,Understanding,Creating Visual Aids

Summary on chapter-11 from Reading,Understanding,and Creating Visual Aids
Visual information reinforces and supplements reading material.Types of visual aids include mind maps,outlines,charts,diagrams,graphics,illustrations,photographs and time lines.The type of information being conveyed determines what type of visual aid an author will use.Learning how to read visuals helps to understand and remember the textual information they illustrate.
To create an effective visual aid,you have to recognize the important elements in whay you are reading and be able to priortize and organize themin a logical and useful format.It become obvious how well you know the material;you cant draw a diagram or devise a table if you dont understand what you have read or heard.In many instances,an effective visual will save from taking as many notes from your text or in lectures