Abstract
M.Ed. (Media Science)
Aim of the study:
To explore the theories, principles, new models and strategies
of teaching and learning in order to provide an alternative to
the traditional way of teaching and learning.
To develop a multimedia programme in which individual
learning is enhanced, using a Guided Self-study programme,
being a combination of the Keller Plan and the Postlethwait
system.
1.4 Method of investigation
An exploration of literature as regards the use of particular
media in individual learning. Studying media that will be used in drawing up an alternative
programme in individual learning, utilizing a picture, a tape and
study guide, bearing the models of learning in Chapter 2 in
mind.
1.5 Structure of the study
In the first chapter literature will be reviewed to gain an overview of the
situation in Black education. Probable causes of the high failure rate in
English will be examined through reports by examiners of English Second
Language Higher Grade (1990a) and Motau (1990).
Standard 7, 8 and 9 results will be studied to recognize the trend in
performance especially in English literature, as this will be used in
developing individualized programmes later in this study (see Appendix A
and B). Bearing this knowledge in mind, the principles of learning by
Mursell (1954) and Romiszowski's new model of learning will be examined
in the light of the aims of teaching English, which emphasize the acquisition
of certain skills and the use of the senses in teaching and learning
(Compare paragraph 1.2.3). Romiszowski's model revives this awareness.
Various learner-centred approaches will be highlighted in the second
chapter (compare paragraph 2.5).
The third chapter will concentrate on media. It should, however, be
observed that media which have been thoroughly dealt with by other
researchers in other studies will merely be alluded to. The author of this
study acknowledges the views of previous researchers and would like to
use only media that are affordable, and can easily be manipulated and
duplicated.
The fourth chapter will focus on a synthesis of the script and
recommendations for further research.
In Appendix A a multimedia programme for standard 9 is described.
Appendix B contains a proposal for a multimedia programme for teaching
English literature to standard 10. An attempt will be made to include
Pottas's steps in drawing up a study guide, Romiszowski's new model
(compare paragraph 1.3.5) and also skills, hierarchical frameworks and
feedback models (compare paragraph 2.3).
In this study the emphasis will be on individual learning. It will be
endeavoured to use media and approaches by which individual learning is
enhanced and which will motivate the learner to study independently.