Internship Record # 2 - Preparation of Teaching Resources - Outline for Writing the Theory Part

1.      Introduction

2. Meaning of Teaching Resources

3. Definition of Teaching Resources

• Two or three definitions (from textbooks/educationists).

4. Purpose of Teaching Resources

5-10 points like:

• To make learning concrete.
• To motivate learners.
• To promote retention and recall.
• To develop communication skills.

5. Importance of Teaching Resources

5-10 points focusing on:

• Pedagogical value of using teaching aids
• Psychological value of using teaching aids, and
• Linguistic value of using teaching aids (esp. in ELT).

6. Traditional Classification of Teaching Aids

• Projected Aids (OHP, slides, PPT).
• Non-Projected Aids (charts, models, blackboard).

7. Modern Classification of Teaching Resources

• Visual Resources
• Audio Resources
• Audio-Visual Resources
• Digital / E-Resources
• Human Resources
• Environmental Resources
• Activity-Based Resources

8. Teaching Resources in ELT

• Print Resources (textbook, dictionary, supplementary readers).
• Audio Resources (songs, language labs, podcasts).
• Visual Resources (flashcards, pictures, posters, charts).
• Audio-Visual Resources (films, subtitled videos, PPTs).
• Digital Resources (apps, online quizzes, YouTube, Google Classroom).
• Activity-Based Resources (role play, dramatization, storytelling, games).
• Human & Environmental Resources (peers, teacher, community, real-life exposure).

9. Principles of Using Teaching Resources

5-10 points. Some examples includes:

• Suitability to age/level.
• Simplicity and clarity.
• Relevance to objectives.
• Variety and creativity
• Cost-effectiveness.

10. Advantages of Using Teaching Resources in ELT

5-10 points. Some examples includes:

• Builds motivation and interest.
• Helps comprehension and retention.
• Supports all four skills (LSRW).
• Encourages creativity and participation.
• Bridges classroom learning with real-life use of English.

11. Conclusion