LESSON 14: MAXIMIZING THE USE OF OVERHEAD PROJECTOR AND THE CHALKBOARD

               It can’t be denied that nowadays we are highly provided by various high-technology gadgets. We are actually living in comfort and yet, we are very much lucky enough that we already taking its’ benefits. Even in the use of instructional materials, new technologies are now widely used in the teaching-learning process. A few schools are bountifully blessed with computers and computer-literate teachers. But, the reality is, most schools are not that blessed. Some institutions don’t have any access about technology. And worst is, there are schools who are not connected yet to the electricity.

               Well, we can say that the most available source of instructional tool is the chalkboard. Whatever school is that, chalkboard is always present. But then, there are also points to remember when using the chalkboard. To name a few, here are some examples: 1) write clearly and legibly, 2) don’t crowd your notes on the board, 3) don’t turn your back when you’re writing on the board; write sideward, 4) stand with your elbow high, 5) use dots as aiming points and 6) make all writing 2 to 4 inches high.

               Another familiar means of instructional material is the Overhead Projector or commonly known as OHP. We can use OHP with the use of prepared transparencies. Through OHP, we can still present a visual presentation if ever the LCD fails to function. Even if we are provided with advance gadgets, we should still look for the use of these resources.