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These
are a few things to look for specifically related to brochures about a
place. Not all will apply
to your brochure.
For evaluation place a number
in the blank to rate the effectiveness of the brochure.
| 1 = No, not
at all |
2 = About
average |
3 = Yes, very
much |
| 1. |
Does the brochure
give enough information that the reader knows where to find this place?
(Map, directions) |
| 2. |
Does the brochure tell what
is significant about this place (historical importance, tourist attractions,
famous residents, significant industries, etc.)? |
| 3. |
Are there interesting pictures?
(Pictures with people are usually more effective but pictures of well-known
landmarks or beautiful scenery can work without people in the photos) |
| 4. |
Are the pictures or clip
art useful? Do they help to tell the story or do they just seem to be filling
up space? |
| 5. |
Does the brochure
make the reader want to visit this place (if that is the purpose of the
brochure)? |
| 6. |
Does the brochure
make the reader want to avoid this place (if that is the purpose of the
brochure)? |
Checklist
for a Brochure about an Organization
These are a few things to
look for specifically related to brochures about an organization. Not all
will apply to your brochure.
For evaluation place a number
in the blank to rate the effectiveness of the brochure.
| 1 = No, not
at all |
2 = About
average |
3 = Yes, very
much |
| 1. |
Does
the brochure give the name of the organization? |
| 2. |
Is
the purpose of the organization clearly stated? |
| 3. |
Does
the brochure list the organization's activities? |
| 4. |
If
appropriate, is there a calendar of events? |
| 5. |
If
the organization has a product or service that it sells (or gives away),
is that in the brochure? |
| 6. |
Does
the brochure state the membership requirements (if any) for the organization? |
| 7. |
Does
the brochure tell how to contact the organization? |
| 8. |
Are
the most important activities of the organization highlighted? |
| 9. |
Does
the brochure make the reader want to join the organization (or find out
more about it)? |
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