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Methods of teaching 10 HOURS  

1) Lecture
2) Demonstration
3) Group discussion
4) Seminar
5) Symposium
6) Panel discussion
7) Role play
8) Project
9) Field trip
10)Workshop
11)Exhibition
12)Programmed instruction
13)Computer assisted learning
14)Micro teaching
15)Problem based learning
16)Self instructional module
17)simulation
LECTURE METHOD
LECTURE METHOD
• Consist of explanation of
facts, principles which the
teacher wishes the class to
understand.
• Teacher talks more or less
continuously to class.
• The class listen takes notes.
• It is a great art.
DEFINITION
• Oxford Dictionary : Lecture method is talk giving
specified information to class or long serious
speech.
• A lecture is an oral presentation intended to
present information or teach people about a
particular subject.
• Lecture is derived from Latin word Lectare
which means to read aloud.
• Middle English, act of reading
TYPES OF LECTURE
• Traditional oral essay The teacher is an orator and
the only speaker.
• Participatory Lecture begins with learners
brainstorming ideas on the lecture topic on what
they have read in preparation.
• Feedback Lecture Consists with mini lectures with
10-minute small group discussion. opportunity to
manipulate the lecture content.
• Mediated Lecture Use of media such as films,
slides, Web-based images etc.
PURPOSES OF LECTURING
• Introducing learners a new topic.
• Helps to clarify the concept
• Used to stimulate students’ interest in a subject .
• Used to inspire people.
• To integrate and synthesize a large body of
knowledge.
• The lecture is valuable where knowledge is
advancing and up- to-date textbooks are not
available.”
• An appropriate method available for large group.
PRINCIPLES
• Principle of
– Aim
– Activity
– Co-relation
– Looking ahead
– Good lecture effective preparation
ADVANTAGES OF THE LECTURE METHOD

• Economical in terms of student time.


• A great deal of information can be communicated
in a one hour lecture.
• The lecturer can supplement a textbook by
enhancing a topic and making it come to life.
• The teacher serves as a role model for students.
• Lectures bring enjoyment to the learners.
• It helps students develop their listening skills.
DISADVANTAGES OF THE LECTURE METHOD

• Not conducive to meeting students


individual needs.
• Problem of limited attention span on
the part of the learners.
• Time consuming.
TECHNIQUE OF THE LECTURE
1. Control your anxiety
TECHNIQUE OF THE LECTURE
2. Spontaneity
– Avoid reading to the class.
– Do not write your lecture out in full sentences.
– Rehearse the delivery at home.
TECHNIQUE OF THE LECTURE
3. Voice quality
– Beware of lecturing in monotone.
– Body language
– Do not stand glued to the podium.
– Use your hand for emphasis but not too much.
– Be aware of your body language.
– Maintain eye contact.
TECHNIQUE OF THE LECTURE
4. Speed of delivery
– Affects both the learner’s comprehension and
enjoyment of the material.
TECHNIQUE OF THE LECTURE
5. Elicit feedback from student
– To know how much student has received knowledge.
TECHNIQUE OF THE LECTURE
6. Time Management
– Lecture should finish on time.
– If it exceed gives tension to teacher and damages
content.

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