I select media for content delivery by considering what the actual content is. I generally like to use powerpoint slides for theory and also videos, as the videos can give information from a different viewpoint. After the video I like to discuss what the students thoughts are concerning the topic of the video. Hands-on demonstration is necessary in a clinical setting.
Hi Gearld:
This is ok but seems minimal. I don't know what you teach, but there is literally hundreds of media choices, training aids, instructional resources, and computerized supplements available these days. In fact, the key is to try to choose which media will work best to get your point across among the smogasboard of availbe "meals".
We want to remember what works best for the student more than what we are morst comfortable with, or whats most convenient.
Regards, Barry
Hi Sandy:
As educators we've probably learned to use whatever we have as training aids. But if we have choices, the more varied and useful to convey the lesson message, the more beneficial the lesson will be. Breaking up or mixing up different media into segments helps keep a good attention span. Just as the mind begins to wander (about 20 minutes), swith to a different media.
PPT, with whiteboard, with training aid, with written exercise, with textbook reading, back to PPT, etc. Incorporating lab will also help cement the practical aspects.
Regards, Barry
i look for something that is quick to watch or read that is current and fits into my lesson for the day.
Hi Russell:
Engaging students, however we can do that is most meaningful. Using multiple media, and a variety of activitis create memorable and successful student achievement.
Regards, Barry
Hi Pamela:
Activities that involve students active, however that happens is always more memorable than simply listening to facts or static information.
Regards, Barry
It does vary for me depending on what subject matter that I am covering that day as to what media I choose. For example when I am lecturing on the birth of a baby. I will choose a model of a infant and the womens pelvis as the students are able to get a much better visual of the birthing process.
Hi Janet:
PPT can make an otherwise less than interesting topic more enkoyable. But have to be careful that it doesn't contribute to the loss of attention and focus due to poor formatting, length, amount of information on a slide, and a host of other no-no's common to novice PPT users.
Regards, Barry
Hi Christine:
Great! The more media interspersed with discussion and lecture, the more meaningful and memorable your classes will be.
Regards, Barry
I look for interactive media tools that will spark my students interests. I will research videos on the web for certain topic content, research games that could help students learn particular topic content, etc. I love using interactive tools to help students have a complete understanding of any topic being discussed.
I try to select materials that are relevant to the course and support the text . In using PowerPoint I try to make sure the slide adds to the basic instruction in a fun , colorful and quick way.
I think adult learners like to be entertained and that it helps them with retention of a point.
Hi Joseph:
Many factors go into making these important decisions; care to select what will best assist the students.
Regards, Barry
I enjoy using different things to hold the interest of the students. They seem to enjoy hands-on more than anything else. I agree that integrating multi-media choices does seem to keep interest as well. We need to keep them interested no matter what method it takes.
I select the media based on what I am trying to convey to the students. For daily announcements and homework listing, I use the white board. For brainstorming, I use a sheet of flip paper stuck on the board so I can keep it for future class meetings. For course content, I generally use PowerPoint. I find being able to have the information on a visual slide along with my lecture really helps the students.
I am consistanly using different types of media to instruct the class. Examples include: PP slides, video, labs, and individual white boards that students can write their answers down during reviews. It has been very effective.
I just try to think of how many different ways I can present information. Can I find a good dvd, can I have them create a project or write a paper, is there a way to work in a group project, etc? If I do have access to all of these things, is there a way to fit them together in a particular order to make the most sense?
I use PP and Hands on I really like the PP I can effectively we have a 60in LCD screen and it is just great!
it depends on the class. My marketing class needs all of the media choices. My accounting classes are more overhead projector, board and handout oriented. others use the computer labs so the computer projector and board are more useful
Hi Taylon:
Media selections should support the curriculum, and as tools, compliment the instruction to facilitate learning. There are so many media choices these day, we have a lot to choose from and narrowing down media that's is pertinent, effective and efficient, and gets students thinking are best
Time fikllers, or information alone are nor effective for instruction. We want student to be active participants in their learning.
Regards, Barry
i will choose media that relates to the subjects being taught and use information that has some entertainment value to the student to help the students focus on the information
