TMS3708 Assignment 4 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 toenhance 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: