Course Purpose

This course is designed to provide learners with knowledge and practical skills in developing teaching resources and microteaching techniques for effective teaching and learning.

 

 

Course Learning Outcomes

CLO 1: Demonstrate the role of educational media and technology in enhancing learning and teaching in a CBC environment.

CLO 2: Design various forms of educational media (audio, visual, and digital) and technologies suitable for classroom use, with attention to diverse learner needs.

CLO 3: Conduct micro-teaching session, integrating educational media & technologies, and aligning with CBC principles & 21st-century skills.

CLO 4: Showcase a professional commitment to using innovative teaching strategies and educational media in inclusive, learner-cantered classroom settings.

 

Course Content

Introduction to Teaching Resources and Educational Media. Definition and types of educational media (print, audio, visual, and digital). Importance of teaching resources and media in enhancing learning. Role of teaching resources in the Competency-Based Curriculum (CBC). Relationship between educational media, learner engagement, and effective teaching; Media and Technology in the Modern Classroom. Overview of instructional technologies used in the modern classroom. Selection and integration of appropriate media to support different learning styles and learner needs. Role of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) in enhancing educational outcomes. Opportunities and challenges of technology integration in teaching and learning; Designing Visual Educational Media. Principles of designing visual instructional media such as posters, charts, diagrams, and infographics. Tools for creating visual educational media such as Canva and Piktochart. Importance of visual resources in facilitating understanding and retention among learners; Audio-Visual Media in Instruction. Types and uses of audio-visual instructional media in teaching. Production of audio-visual learning materials such as videos and podcasts. Storyboarding and scripting for educational videos. Effective use of audio-visual resources to support lesson delivery and improve learner understanding; Pedagogical Strategies for Resource-Based Teaching. Learner-centred teaching approaches that support the effective use of teaching resources. Pedagogical strategies that promote active learning and learner engagement. Integration of instructional media into lesson planning and delivery. Strategies for enhancing meaningful learning through resource-based instruction; Classroom Management for Effective Resource Use. Principles and strategies of effective classroom management. Organizing classroom activities when using teaching resources and instructional media. Classroom organization, lesson pacing, and maintaining learner participation. Managing challenges associated with the use of instructional media during teaching; Professional Teaching Documents for Teachers. Components and structure of key professional teaching documents. Preparation of a comprehensive scheme of work aligned with curriculum requirements. Development of detailed lesson plans that align with learning outcomes and meet diverse learner needs. Preparation and maintenance of records of work to track progress and curriculum coverage;Skills for Micro-Teaching. Concept and purpose of micro-teaching in teacher preparation. Key stages of the micro-teaching process as a tool for developing instructional skills. Lesson presentation and interaction skills. Strategies for set induction and lesson closure to capture learner attention and reinforce learning. Designing micro-teaching lessons that incorporate effective presentation and interaction techniques; The 21st-Century Skills and Competency in Education. Concept of 21st-century skills including critical thinking, creativity, collaboration, communication, and digital literacy. Integration of these competencies in teaching and learning. Role of teaching resources and media in promoting competency development. Preparing learners with skills required for modern education and future workplaces; Assessment and Feedback in Resource-Based Teaching. Types of assessments and their purposes in enhancing learning. Principles of designing effective assessments. Development of assessment tasks, rubrics, and feedback mechanisms. Steps in writing reflective journals during teaching practice and evaluating instructional effectiveness.