Giltrow 1977

Giltrow, David. 1977. "When a picture is not worth a 1,000 words." READ: Promoting Literacy and Literature. Interest level: specialist.

Looks at some fundamental and practical questions regarding the use of illustrations in preliterate societies. Argues that local people are literal in interpreting pictures; they see what they know. Presents much printed material, illustrations, and photos in angular formats unfamiliar to many cultures.

Teachers and literacy workers need to test for themselves the effects of pictures. Giltrow states that pictures may be more powerful than the written word. Gives an example of candidates winning or losing because of the visual symbol they chose to represent themselves. Uses appropriate examples and illustrations.

• Bibliography module: Giltrow 1977
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