The Advantages and Disadvantages of Picture Used

According to Vernon, S. Gerlach and Donald P. (277):

- They are inexpensive and widely available.

- They provide common experiences for an entire group.

- The visual detail make it possible to study subject, which would turn back to be impossible.

- They can help you to prevent and correct disconcertion.

- They offer a stimulus to further study, reading and research visual evidence is power tool.

- They help to focus attention and to develop critical judgment.

- They are easily manipulated.

The Disadvantages of Pictures Used

There are some disadvantages of pictures used in teaching and learning process, such as:

- Students pay attention on the picture more than on learned material.

- It takes time and costs much to provide attractive pictures.

- Small and unclear pictures may arouse problems in the teaching learning process since the students may misunderstand about the pictures.