“A GOOD LECTURE IS A TEXTBOOK PLUS PERSONALITY” FLEXER
INTRODUCTION It is the oldest method of teaching. The term LECTURE was derived from the latin word “ lectare ” which means read aloud . In this method the teacher is more active while students are passive listeners.
DEFINITION Lecture is a pedagological method whereby the teacher formally delivers a carefully planned expository address on some particular topic – James Michael Lee
PURPOSES
According to Walters & Marks ( 1981)
FACTORS INFLUENCING
EFFECTIVE LECTURE- STRATEGIES The lecture has to be well organized so that the learners can follow throughout the lecture. In order to deliver an effective lecture it is essential that the lecture is planned, implemented and then evaluated effectively.
Planning : Set the objectives Find out the better teaching-learning method to attain the objective Sequencing the lecture: Identify the main points that need to be stressed. Should be based on the educational objective. The concept is to be completed in one delivery.
Organizing the material: Subdivide the lecture under heading Select appropriate AV aids Plan student preparation and follow up activities Allow group discussion to solve problems and gain arousal feedback Have a written teaching plan Delivering the lecture: Begin the lecture by arousing interest. Present aims and objectives of the lecture in the beginning. Recognize limitation of time; avoid too much material
Do not speak fast Vary the pace and loudness to avoid monotony Appear confident, look at the students, have a eye contact and establish nonverbal contact. Assess learner response and react accordingly Give 2-3 mnt break b/w main parts Do not dictate notes Present summary at the end
Evaluation: Informal feedback in the class- noticing students behaviour Formal students evaluation helps in assessing the effectiveness of lecture Peer evaluation- opinion from colleagues or supervisors Feedback through audio or video recording of the class
LECTURING TECHNIQUES Voluntary dissemination of information or spontaneity Voice gradation and voice quality Adequate pacing Proper body language Control annoying mannerisms
CHARACTERSTICS OF EFFECTIVE LECTURING A good teacher-student interaction 2-way communication Shared responsibility Small group and problem-solving activities are used.
ADVANTAGES Motivational Lays a foundation on which knowledge can be constructed Students feels secured as they are under proper guidance from the teacher It sprawls enthusiasm and interest among students. * Students
Teacher
Disadvantages Lecturing makes the learner more passive in the learning process It encourages one way communication. Slow learners may miss important points Encourage learners to depend on the teacher
Lecture don’t cater individual student needs
There is no way to know the real reactions of pupil
May present too much information. It does not promote independent leaning