Describe the different approaches of categorising TLM ( teaching learning meterials)with examples.
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Different kinds of TLM or teaching and learning materials are used for teaching and learning in the classroom. There are different approaches of categorising TLM. They are as follows:
A. On the basis of the material used
i. Projected - for instance, TV or VCR, slide projector, filmstrip projector.
ii. Non- Projected - for instance, chalkboard, flannel board, whiteboard.
B. They are categorized as visual, audio, and audio-visual teaching aids.
i. Visual aids
The aids which utilize the sense of vision to augment learning are known as visual aids. Actual objects, flash cards, charts, models, chalkboard, maps, pictures, bulletin board, flannel board, slides and overhead projector are some visual aids. Among them the black board and chalk are the most popular ones.
ii. Audio aids
The teaching aids which use the sense of hearing are known as audio aids. Radio, gramophone and tape recorder are some examples of audio aids.
iii. Audio-Visual aids
Audio-visual aids involve the sense of vision and hearing. Television, film strips, film projector are some audio-visual aids.
C. On the basis of the learners' participation.
i. Kinesthetic - Learners are active, they participate in handling, altering or manipulating the item.
ii. Observational - Learners are passive, they observe the item.