Abstract
M.Ed. (Media Studies)
In the present career orientated education no guidelines exist for the utilisation of
media in the teaching of Mechanotechnology. In this study research is undertaken
in the various teaching methods and the concomitant integration of media to make
the teaching of Mechanotechnology easier.
Firstly, the nature of the subject, as well as the defining of aims and objectives, is
investigated. The various levels of aims and objectives are discussed with
reference to Bloom's theories of learning. In the study reference is also made to
the taxonomies and learning objectives according to De Block's study.
In lesson planning it is very important to establish the background situation of
learners. Various factors play an important part in this case, like, for example,
intelligence, reading ability, background knowledge and development. After the
level of knowledge has been established, the lecturer can decide upon a particular
teaching strategy.
The teaching strategy determines the method according to which the lecturer may
best unlock the selected content for the pupil. an acceptable strategy is
Maarschalk heuristic model. A distinction is made between heurostentic and
ostensive approaches, with a variety of blended forms in between.
It is clear that a didactic situation can bot be easily conceived without media. A
given teaching medium may be applied in various ways. Modern technology
provides the possibility to present particular objects or events in a variety of ways.
Media integration may, however, not be taken lightly but must be preceded by
systematic planning. The lecturer must make sure that optimal learning gain is
obtained.