Learning resources exist in many formats. Why?1. To meet
learners various need and learning styles.2. To suit different
learning styles.3. To promote a variety in teaching and learning
session.4. To make the lesson interesting.5. Engage active
participation among students.6. To avoid boredom and distraction
during teaching and learning session.7. To avoid using the same
learning resources in teaching.8. To suit the physically aspect in
the classroom.9. To catch up with the globalization in
education.10. To promote creativity among students.
Definition of resources Sources of input for language learning.
It presents the learners with materials to develop learning.What is
the major sources of materials for pupils in schools today?
TextbooksWhat are the advantages and disadvatages of the
textbook?AdvantagesDisadvantages
-colourful-limited input
-simple language-minor grammatical minor
-suitable and related to pupils input-inability to suit the
studenys abilities
-standardize -less focus on vocabulary
-accessible-sole source of information.
-cater 4 skills-old and outdated
-guidance-inrelevant context
-saving time-inconsiderate of background
-beginner teacher-difficult reading level
-organize-provided answers
-balancing phonological
-sequence teaching process or skills
-excellent resource
List other types of teaching learning materials (items found in
Malaysian classroom)
Personal materials Environmental materialsTraditional
materialsPublished materialsCustomized classroom
materialsComputerized equipmentOnline resources
