Factors to consider when selecting instructional materials – Paula

Intro: Effective selection of instructional materials is important as it directly influences the quality of
teaching and learning experience. Well-chosen materials not only align with curriculum objectives but
also focuses on various learning styles and abilities, promote a more inclusive educational environment.

1. Alignment with Learning Objectives:

 Teachers should verify that the learning objectives and results specified in the instructional
materials are met. The information should assist students in achieving the intended results and
reinforce the instruction's objectives. So basically, yung materials provided by the professors must
be appropriate for the objectives and at the end of the lesson those objectives are able to achieve.

2. Relevance:

 Select materials that are applicable to the needs, interests, and practical use of the students. Because
authenticity increases interest and makes the material more useful to students. Additionally, the
information must be appropriate, significant, and in line with learning principles. Just like what I
have said yung materials na meron tayo is relevant sa topic or lesson na meron ka and effective
yung materials na yon para maachieve yung objectives at the end of the lesson.

3. Cultural Sensitivity and Diversity:

 Take into account the learners' diverse backgrounds and cultural backgrounds. Choose materials
that offer a variety of viewpoints, instances, and role models while also being mindful of cultural
differences. Yung materials na meron tayo hindi lamang siya dapat informative and relevant but
also it gives importance to various students na meron ka sa iyong classroom especially when it
comes to the topic about religion, ethnicity, genders and more. Since isa rin dapat sa goals ng isang
teacher is to promote inclusivity sa ating classroom kaya dapat avoid examples or materials na
maaring magkaroon ng conflict sa ating students.

4. Accessibility:

 Make sure that all students, including those with disabilities, can access the educational materials.
Take into account elements like font size, readability, multimedia accessibility, and the presence of
multiple formats. Since we aim nga to promote inclusivity yung materials na ibibigay natin sa
students is hindi lamang beneficial para sa iisang student but also included dapat dito are yung
students na may disabilities or any other students that needed to be specially treated. Make sure na
lahat ng students are able to have access sa lahat ng materials na meron ka for the lesson.

5. Level of Difficulty:

 Align the instructional materials' degree of difficulty with the learners' present skill levels and the
desired learning objectives. Too easy or too complex of a material can make learning less effective.
It ought to be simple to understand and use terminology that students can understand. Isa sa mga
strategies ng isang professor is to have pre-assessment before magclass or mag-open ng lesson
because here ma-uunderstand nila kung hanggang saan pa lang yung capacity na meron yung
students in when it comes to certain topic and dito maibibigay nila ng tama yung materials na meron
sila and also makakapag-add yung professor ng information para sa further knowledge ng students.
6. Learning Styles and Preferences:

 Recognize that students' preferences and learning styles differ. To increase engagement and
understanding, select materials that accommodate several learning modalities, such as auditory,
kinesthetic, and visual. Since it is important for the teachers na may matutunan yung students niya
at the end of the lesson, the professor must also consider yung different learning styles ng kanyang
students, and with that understanding magiging effective yung materials na kayang ibigay ng
teacher.

7. Authenticity and Currency:

 Verify that the information is correct, up to date, and current. Using materials that are out of date
can result in misrepresentation in areas where knowledge is changing quickly. Incorporates well-
written content, thoughts, graphs, and visuals. One of the examples here which is common for us
as an accountancy students is the update tax rates, since ang hirap magkamali when it comes to
this. Professor should provide materials that are current and applicable sa activities and examples
na gagamitin niya but students must also take initiative in this matter.

8. Interactivity and Engagement:

 Choose materials which encourage interaction and active participation. Interactive components that
improve comprehension and recall include case studies, simulations, and discussions. Professors
usually like a class that are active in participation and students also like professor that brings out
the best in them and usually nagmemeet yung goals na ito kapag both professor and students are
enjoying the classroom environment and especially if yung materials or activities na meron yung
teachers is nakukuha talaga yung kanilang attention. One example of this is yung laboratories, case
studies, and more.

9. Flexibility and Adaptability:

 Employ materials that are easily adaptable to various online and offline learning situations.
Customization is made possible by flexibility, taking into account the unique requirements of the
students as well as the educational setting. Yung materials na provided by the professor must be
accessible both offline and online para yung learnings ng students is continuous and hindi natatapos
sa kung saan lang merong materials.

10. Cost and Resources:

 Take into account the funds and resources available for purchasing and utilizing educational
materials. Establish a balance between the materials' educational value and cost-effectiveness. One
of the important consideration when it comes to instructional materials is to provide quality
information for the students while considering its cost. Dapat yung professors cinoconsider din nila
how cost-effective ba for them and for the students yung materials na meron for that lesson one
example is books and pdf.

11. Feedback and Assessment:

 Determine whether the materials offer opportunities for evaluation and feedback. Measures of
learner development and comprehension are supported by assessments that correspond with the
topic. Just like what mykhie said earlier assessment and feedback from the students are important
to improve the next lessons, one example is yung exams and also yung feedback dati sa ating course
 packet na everytime may matatapos na lesson we need to provide feedback sa natutunan natin and
kung paano mag-approach yung teacher natin.

And lastly

12. Teacher and Learner Support:

 Take into consideration the assistance that students and teachers might require to make successful
use of the materials. Training, additional materials, and clear directions can all improve the learning
process. Teachers providing quality instructional materials, cost-effective, relevant, accessible is
nothing if the teachers lack support and passion in teaching but it goes both ways, those materials
will fail its purpose if students lack initiative in learning. So in order to achieve the learning
objectives sinasabi nga nila na “it takes two to tango” basically both parties must make a move in
to have a successful result.

Outro: Thorough selection of instructional material promotes engagement, comprehension, and retention,
contributing to a more successful and inclusive learning environment.
May we call on Ms. Leona for the next topic