Good morning, everyone!

I’m excited to be here with you today as we

explore a topic that’s both timely and essential in today’s education system
—‘Non-Digital and Digital Skills and Tools in Delivering Technology-Enhanced
Lessons.’

In a world where technology continues to shape the way we teach and learn,
it’s important to understand how both traditional and modern tools can work
hand in hand to improve teaching strategies and student engagement. So
let’s dive into how these skills and tools help create more effective,
interactive, and meaningful learning experiences.”

This module highlights how instructional materials, whether conventional or

digital, play a crucial role in effective teaching and learning. By integrating
technology and traditional tools, educators can create engaging and
meaningful learning experiences.

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Now, let’s proceed to our lesson. Everyone, read.

Lesson 1: Development and Use of Non-Digital or Conventional Materials

Non-Digital or Conventional Materials refer to teaching tools and resources

that do not rely on electronic or digital technology. These are the traditional
materials that teachers have used for many years to support instruction in
the classroom.

Examples include:

• Chalk and chalkboard or whiteboard and markers

• Manila paper, cartolina, and posters

• Flashcards and visual aids

• Textbooks, printed handouts, and worksheets

• Real objects or manipulatives (like counting blocks, science models)

•Charts, diagrams, and maps

In simple terms:

These are “offline” tools used for teaching, and they help make lessons more
interactive and understandable, especially in settings with limited access to
technology.

We all know that teachers need instructional materials because they help
make lessons clearer, more engaging, and easier to understand.

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These materials support different learning styles—whether visual, auditory,

or hands-on—so all students can learn better.

They also keep the class interested and make teaching more organized and
effective. Whether digital or non-digital, instructional tools play a big role in
improving the quality of education.

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Instructional materials have several roles in teaching and learning which

include the following:

1. They promote meaningful communication and effective learning.

2. They ensure better retention, thus making learning more permanent.

3. They help to overcome the limited classroom by making the inaccessible
accessible.

4. They provide a common experience upon which late learning can be

developed.

5. They encourage participation especially if students can manipulate

materials used (Brown at al., 2005; Effiong & Igiri, 2015)

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Instructional materials are the supplementary materials, which help the

teachers to make his/her presentation concrete , effective, interesting,
meaningful and inspiring .In any teaching and learning process , instructional
materials play a vital role as they provide sensory experiences to the
learners.

It is important to understand how to develop instructional materials.

Instructional materials refer to any preexisting materials that are being
incorporated, as well as to those that will be specifically developed for the
objectives (Haigler, 2014).

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There are also several factors to consider in developing instructional

materials:

1. Develop a storyboard and working outline based on the subject goals

and objectives.

➡️Plan the flow and content of the lesson to ensure it aligns with learning
goals.

2. Identify existing institutional resources including materials and

teachers’ capability.

➡️Check what materials and teacher skills are already available in the school.
 3. The teacher may research off-the-shelf materials that have been
developed by others to determine if their approach could be useful.

➡️Look for ready-made teaching materials to see if they can be adapted for
your lesson.

4. Explore the possibility of adapting concepts of other infringing on

anyone’s copy-protected design.

➡️Consider using others’ ideas but make sure not to copy protected content
without permission.

5. Modify existing materials based on the objectives of the lesson.

➡️Adjust current materials to better match the specific goals of your lesson.

6. If the instructional materials are effective, you can share them with
other teachers.

➡️Share helpful teaching materials with colleagues to benefit more students.

7. The teacher-developer can also sell her/his materials available.

➡️Teachers can earn by selling the original materials they have created.

Instructional materials are of great help in stimulating and facilitating

the learning of the learners. According to Wright 176:1) as cited in Cakir
(2006) many media and many styles of visual presentations are useful to the
language learner. All audio-visual materials have positive contributions to
language learning if they are used at the right time, in the right place.
In the teaching and learning process, learners use their eyes as well as their
ears; but their eyes are basic in learning.

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1. Diorama

A diorama enhances classroom creativity and innovation. It is a fun way to

build an exciting scene in a small space.

Dioramas consist of layered materials, all portraying a particular concept or

theme. They often depict historical time periods, natural landscapes, or
fictional situations.

A diorama is like a miniature scene that tells a story using small models,
figures, and backgrounds.

To develop a diorama, follow these steps:

1. Choose a concept or theme.

2. Research the subject.

3. Sketch a rough layout of your ideal diorama.

4. Make a list of needed items and gather supplies.

5. Select a container or box to assemble your diorama.

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2. Nature Table

This is a table that contains objects and/or scenes related to the current
season, an upcoming festival, or a symbol of an ecosystem. Children love to
follow the natural changes that the world offers each month, and classroom
decorations reflect these.
A nature table is a creative and educational display that showcases objects
and scenes related to the current season, an upcoming festival, or a
particular ecosystem. It serves as a hands-on learning tool, helping children
observe and understand natural changes throughout the year.

These tables are typically decorated with items found in nature, such as
leaves, flowers, stones, or small animal figures, to reflect seasonal changes.
For example, in spring, a nature table might include fresh flowers and bright
colors, while in autumn, it could feature dried leaves and pumpkins.

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3. Writing Board

A writing board can display information written with chalk (chalkboard or

blackboard) or special pens (whiteboard). Although there are usually more
effective methods of transmitting information, the writing board is still the
most commonly used visual aid.

A writing board Is a traditional yet effective tool for displaying information in

classrooms or meetings. It can be a chalkboard (blackboard) where you write
with chalk, or a whiteboard where you use special markers. Despite the rise
of digital tools, writing boards remain widely used because they are simple
and accessible.

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Suggestions on Using the Writing Board:

1. Keep the board clean.

2. Use chalk or pens that contrast with the background so that students can
see the information clearly.
3. Make text and drawings large enough to be seen from the back of the
room.

4. Prepare complex drawings in advance (if very complex, an overhead

transparency or 35 mm slide may be preferable).

5. Underline headings and important or unfamiliar words for emphasis.

6. Do not talk while facing the board.

7. Do not block students’ views of the board; stand aside when writing or
drawing is completed.

8. Allow sufficient time for students to copy the information from the board.