TMS3708
ASSIGNMENT 4
DUE JULY 2024
, TMS3708 ASSIGNMENT 4
ASSIGNMENT 4: TEACHING MEDIA AND DESIGNING ASSESSMENT IN THE EMS
CLASSROOM
Question 1
Introduction
In an under-resourced school, advancing teaching and learning for Grade 7 Economic and
Management Sciences (EMS) presents unique challenges. Without individual textbooks for
each learner, it is crucial to employ various teaching media and tools to ensure effective
learning. This discussion will explore the selection and use of appropriate teaching media to
enhance the educational experience in an EMS classroom, guided by insights from
Learning Unit 5 and its accompanying Open Educational Resources (OER).
Teaching Media and Tools
Visual Aids
Chalkboard/Whiteboard:
Selection: A fundamental tool available in nearly every classroom.
Usage: Use it to visually display key concepts, definitions, and summaries. Diagrams and
charts can help in illustrating economic principles.
Example: When explaining the flow of money in an economy, draw a simple circular flow
diagram on the board.
Printed Handouts:
Selection: Low-cost and easily distributable materials.
Usage: Prepare concise handouts with summaries, key terms, and essential facts about the
lesson.
Example: Handouts on basic economic terms (like supply, demand, inflation) that learners
can refer to during lessons.
Interactive Methods
Group Work:
Selection: Encourages collaboration and active participation.
Usage: Divide the class into small groups to discuss and solve problems related to the
lesson.
Example: Assign groups to simulate a small business scenario, where each group creates
a simple business plan and presents it to the class.
Class Discussions and Debates:
ASSIGNMENT 4
DUE JULY 2024
, TMS3708 ASSIGNMENT 4
ASSIGNMENT 4: TEACHING MEDIA AND DESIGNING ASSESSMENT IN THE EMS
CLASSROOM
Question 1
Introduction
In an under-resourced school, advancing teaching and learning for Grade 7 Economic and
Management Sciences (EMS) presents unique challenges. Without individual textbooks for
each learner, it is crucial to employ various teaching media and tools to ensure effective
learning. This discussion will explore the selection and use of appropriate teaching media to
enhance the educational experience in an EMS classroom, guided by insights from
Learning Unit 5 and its accompanying Open Educational Resources (OER).
Teaching Media and Tools
Visual Aids
Chalkboard/Whiteboard:
Selection: A fundamental tool available in nearly every classroom.
Usage: Use it to visually display key concepts, definitions, and summaries. Diagrams and
charts can help in illustrating economic principles.
Example: When explaining the flow of money in an economy, draw a simple circular flow
diagram on the board.
Printed Handouts:
Selection: Low-cost and easily distributable materials.
Usage: Prepare concise handouts with summaries, key terms, and essential facts about the
lesson.
Example: Handouts on basic economic terms (like supply, demand, inflation) that learners
can refer to during lessons.
Interactive Methods
Group Work:
Selection: Encourages collaboration and active participation.
Usage: Divide the class into small groups to discuss and solve problems related to the
lesson.
Example: Assign groups to simulate a small business scenario, where each group creates
a simple business plan and presents it to the class.
Class Discussions and Debates:
