Instructional Materials and Displays
Copyright © 2005 by Pearson Education, Inc. Upper Saddle River, New Jersey All rights reserved. Chapter Outline Learning Centers – Advantages – Limitations – Integration – Instructional Modules – Components of Modules – Designing Modules Manipulatives – Real Objects – Models – Mock-ups – Computer Programs and Manipulatives
Copyright © 2005 by Pearson Education, Inc. Upper Saddle River, New Jersey All rights reserved. Chapter Outline cont. Printed Materials – Advantages – Limitations – Integration – Utilization Free and Inexpensive Materials – Advantages – Limitations – Sources – Obtaining Materials – Appraising Materials
Copyright © 2005 by Pearson Education, Inc. Upper Saddle River, New Jersey All rights reserved. Chapter Outline cont. Display Surfaces – Chalkboards and Whiteboards – Electronic White Boards – Bulletin Boards – Cloth Boards – Magnetic Boards – Flip charts Exhibits – Field Trips – Displays – Dioramas Using the ASSURE Model with Instructional Materials – Analyze Learners – State Objectives – Select Methods, Media, and Materials – Utilize Media and Materials – Require Learner Participation – Evaluate and Revise
Copyright © 2005 by Pearson Education, Inc. Upper Saddle River, New Jersey All rights reserved. Showmanship: Manipulatives and Models Familiarize yourself with them Practice your presentation Clarify size and color Encourage student participation Display them only when needed
Copyright © 2005 by Pearson Education, Inc. Upper Saddle River, New Jersey All rights reserved. Showmanship: Chalkboards and Multipurpose Boards Put material on board before class Organize in advance Cover material until ready to use Maintain eye contact Vary presentation techniques Print neatly
Copyright © 2005 by Pearson Education, Inc. Upper Saddle River, New Jersey All rights reserved. Showmanship: Chalkboards and Multipurpose Boards Check visibility Use guidelines for straighter lines Hold chalk or marker properly Use color for emphasis Avoid blocking view Use drawing aids and templates Outline complex drawings in advance
Copyright © 2005 by Pearson Education, Inc. Upper Saddle River, New Jersey All rights reserved. Display Placement Useful Rule of Thumb: Align with the average eye level of the intended viewers.
Copyright © 2005 by Pearson Education, Inc. Upper Saddle River, New Jersey All rights reserved. Showmanship: Flip Charts Secure flip chart Make lettering large and simple Use contrasting colors Print Talk to audience Avoid blocking view Put materials in sequence Reveal sheets when discussed Use summary
Copyright © 2005 by Pearson Education, Inc. Upper Saddle River, New Jersey All rights reserved. How To... Conduct a Field Trip Planning - purpose, preview, make arrangements, arrange transportation, identify rules, provide supervision Preparing - build interest, provide instructions Conducting - arrive promptly, encourage students, obtain materials, count students Follow-Up - activities, thank you