Further Reflections on Power Point
by Dr. Muhammed Ishaque
ISCOS-CISL PAKISTAN
It may be that in some countries using
PowerPoint for workshops is feasible, but in a country like
Pakistan, you just cannot rely on the electricity supply. At
any time, the power supply may be shut down, affecting the entire
business in the country. As such, you cannot rely on this teaching
aid. In contrast, charts and markers can be used very easily
in all conditions.
As well, with charts, we can use
effective communication skills and body language but using PowerPoint
restricts the free movement and body language while presenting.
Moreover, in Pakistan, the reliance on new technologies like
computers has reduced the value that people place on human art
and the practice of designing and calligraphy has diminished.
Being able to do calligraphic art was once a valued skill, but
now even children can use PowerPoint to make even better visual
effects.
