American Pet Diner – Lisa Marshall, President APD.pptVIP

Module 3 –  TWO-DIMENSIONAL (2D) INSTRUCTIONAL MEDIA by: Roxan A. Consolacion Objectives 1. Identify the different 2-D instructional media 2. Analyze the characteristics of 2-D instructional media 3. Create 2-D instructional media 4. Demonstrate proper use of 2-D instructional media Two-dimensional (2D) instructional materials consist only of length and width. They are paper-based, opaque materials that are commonly found in classrooms. These kind of instructional materials do not need any special equipment for its use. A. Boards 1. Chalkboards These are the most common instructional media found in classrooms, rural and urban alike. Chalkboards, once called blackboards, come in a variety of colors but the most common is green. A chalk is used for writing on its surface. Aside from using it as a medium for verbal communication, it is also used as a surface where pictures, posters, graphs, charts, etc. are posted to supplement instruction. Advantages a. It is generally suitable for different age groups, class size, and subject matter b. No special skill is needed to be able use it c. It is not dependent on electricity d. It is economical and reusable Limitations a. It does not provide a permanent record b. If it is not well-situated, viewing the contents of the board and reaching the top of the board becomes a problem c. Good handwriting and knowledge on proper spelling is a necessity d. Some information cannot be presented well using a chalkboard e. Chalk dust can trigger asthma or respiratory problem. 2. Whiteboards and Magnetic Boards Whiteboards and magnetic boards (also sometimes called multipurpose boards) are those with a glossy surface, commonly white in color, where non-permanent markings are made with the use of special felt pens. These became popular around the 90s when there was a growing concern on the potential health risks of chalk dust. Advantages a. Using markers does not generate dust that comes from using and erasing chalk b. Whiteboard m