subject: Teaching Students With Well Designed Educational Posters [print this page] Educational posters have been around before the invention of Powerpoint and these visual aids are still as effective today as it was in the pre-digital era. With its heavy reliance on artistic sense, symmetry and a little wit, posters are as much fun to read as they are to make. No doubt, posters are here to stay and will continue to educate the kids of today and tomorrow, no matter what the technology. Here are some tips on how to make an effective educational poster for students:
Design- Children, as the same as adult learners, are more visual when trying to learn something. The more attractive the poster, the easier it is for kid's to understand the meaning. While adults love to delve in the asymmetrical, children find solace and order in symmetry. Consider this when choosing a design for a particular group of learners.
Clarity- Though some chaos is required to drive home a point, it is recommended that educational posters be clear when conveying an idea. A succinct description is key to good communication. Don't put lengthy explanations, just put bullets. Don't forget to put large fonts. Recommended font size is 18.
Simplicity- Remember the KISS philosophy. Kids are easily distracted by too much color and graphics. Just use the basic colors and keep the "swirls" at a minimum. Basic shapes when paired with simple words work like magic.
Organize- Symmetry is important because it affects the way the human brain processes information. Use margins to separate images from one another. The composition must be arranged carefully avoiding clutter as much as possible. Use frames and columns to separate concepts and ideas.
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