Learning resources exist in many formats. Why?

1. To meet learners various need and learning styles.

2. To suit different learning styles.
3. To promote a variety in teaching and learning session.
4. To make the lesson interesting.
5. Engage active participation among students.
6. To avoid boredom and distraction during teaching and learning session.
7. To avoid using the same learning resources in teaching.
8. To suit the physically aspect in the classroom.
9. To catch up with the globalization in education.
10. To promote creativity among students.
Definition of resources
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Sources of input for language learning. It presents the learners with materials to develop
learning.

What is the major sources of materials for pupils in schools today?

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Textbooks

What are the advantages and disadvatages of the textbook?

Advantages
-colourful
-simple language
-suitable and related to pupils input
-standardize
-accessible
-cater 4 skills
-guidance
-saving time
-beginner teacher
-organize
-balancing phonological
-sequence teaching process or skills
-excellent resource

Disadvantages
-limited input
-minor grammatical minor
-inability to suit the studenys abilities
-less focus on vocabulary
-sole source of information.
-old and outdated
-inrelevant context
-inconsiderate of background
-difficult reading level
-provided answers

List other types of teaching learning materials (items found in Malaysian classroom)
Personal

Environmenta

Traditional Published

Customize

Computerize

Online

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materials

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classroom
materials

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resources