Multimedia Aid Critique

Capstone speech multimedia-aid criteria anchor: 5-criterion card with examples and anti-examples. CRITERION 1 — SUPPORTS not DECORATES. Multimedia must add information or evidence; not just look pretty. EXAMPLE: a source-network diagram showing the 5 sources you integrate, with arrows labeled AGREES/EXTENDS/QUALIFIES/CONTRADICTS. ANTI-EXAMPLE: a stock photo of someone reading. CRITERION 2 — READABLE FROM BACK OF ROOM. Font ≥24pt; high-contrast colors; minimal text per slide. EXAMPLE: 5-7 words per slide max. ANTI-EXAMPLE: full paragraphs on a slide. CRITERION 3 — SUPPORTS YOUR KEY CLAIMS. Each slide or visual should connect to a specific claim in your speech. EXAMPLE: a data visualization at the moment you cite the data. ANTI-EXAMPLE: a slide with no clear connection to what you're saying. CRITERION 4 — DOES NOT REPLACE YOU. You are the speaker; the multimedia supports. EXAMPLE: pauses between slides for you to speak; slides advance with rhythm of speech. ANTI-EXAMPLE: reading directly off slides. CRITERION 5 — RESPECTS COPYRIGHT. Cite image sources; use Creative Commons or original work. EXAMPLE: 'Image: Adichie TED 2009, used under fair use for educational purposes.' Bottom rule: 'Multimedia supports the speaker. The speaker is the center of the room.' Print-ready 11x17.