In addition to the core selection criteria, the following points are to be considered when reviewing audiovisual
resources.
- Achievement of purpose:
- introduce the topic?
- give a summary of information?
- introduce literature?
- enhance the picture book?
- print or other resource?
- Does it give adequate cues to and repetition of main points?
- Visuals:
- is the information sufficiently visual to justify this format?
- are the illustrations clear and reproductions sharp?
- is the adaptation true to the original?
- do sound and picture match and work well together?
- Duration:
- is the presentation
- too long to maintain interest?
- too short to be of value?
- consider limited time available in a school day - is it possible to successfully divide the presentation?
- Content:
- sufficient information to warrant showing
- suitable as an overview
- useful as an introductory or concluding resource
- Language:
- appropriate for targeted age group
- Does pacing allow the visual or audio to be easily digested?
- Does its treatment accord with current Queensland educational practice?
- Are the following components balanced and appropriate?
- script
- visuals
- narration
- music
- sound effects
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