Answer to Question #200904 in English for SIHLE

Question

Discuss the reasons for using exemplary lessons materials.

Answer 1

Reasons for using exemplary lesson materials include offering an indication of what can be expected during lessons stimulating internal dialogue and reflection on questions such as: “How does the material relate to my personal opinions and my own teaching practice? Can the material be used for preparing and teaching lessons and if so, how? What reactions and learning outcomes from learners can be expected?” presenting specific guidelines for use in practice preventing early watering down of the intended new approach to content and pedagogy and, at the same time, stimulating local adaptation and ownership of the new approach providing a basis for the exchange of experiences, feedback, discussion and reflection stimulating teachers to design or redesign their own materials and / or to make a more selective, creative and conscious use of existing textbooks and materials.