Selecting Media For Instruction

Abstract: This book presents practical guidelines for the selection of instructional media in the fields of education and training. These guidelines are likely to be of benefit to instructional designers, trainers, classroom teachers, instructors, media specialists, and administrators. The media selection model described in this book focuses on the principles of human learning that should be considered when selection decisions are being made, as well as on the practical factors that must be considered in the selection process. By employing the model, users can be assured that the media they choose will not only be appropriate from a practical point of view, but also from the important standpoint of learning effectiveness.

Stressing today's technology, this completely revised edition aims to offer clear-cut, detailed instructions on how to manage successful formal presentations and helps the reader choose from the great variety of media options now available - from low-tech to high-tech, and then shows how best to use the medium selected. From such standard tools as audio and still visuals to current computer applications and interactive video, readers may find a wide selection of media and methods. Checklists and charted evaluations of various media complement the text.

Aimed at the practicing teacher or trainer, the book covers the selection & use of still & projected images, audio-visuals, film, TV & video, interactive instruction, games & simulations & computer-based techniques. The author suggests a systematic procedure for the selection of media & examines the long-term implications of technology on the form & substance of educational systems & on the role of teachers & learners.

Grade level: 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, s, t.

The National Science Education Standards set broad content goals for teaching grades K-12. For science teaching programs to achieve these goalsâ€"indeed, for science teaching to be most effectiveâ€"teachers and students need textbooks, lab kits, videos, and other materials that are clear, accurate, and help students achieve the goals set by the standards. Selecting Instructional Materials provides a rigorously field-tested procedure to help education decisionmakers evaluate and choose materials for the science classroom. The recommended procedure is unique, adaptable to local needs, and realistic given the time and money limitations typical to school districts. This volume includes a guide outlining the entire process for school district facilitators, and provides review instruments for each step. It critically reviews the current selection process for science teaching materialsâ€"in the 20 states where the state board of education sets forth a recommended list and in the 30 states where materials are selected entirely by local decisionmakers. Selecting Instructional Materials explores how purchasing decisions are influenced by parent attitudes, political considerations, and the marketing skills of those who produce and sell science teaching materials. It will be indispensable to state and local education decisionmakers, science program administrators and teachers, and science education advocates.

Reference book providing guidance on the choice of educational technology - discusses the characteristics of teaching and training materials, such as audiovisual aids, filmstrips, video, slides, etc., and includes check-lists (questionnaires) for the selection process. Annotated bibliography pp. 133 to 136, flow charts, and illustrations.