Using local resources

These videos show examples of teachers using resources creatively in different subject lessons. Local resources can create authenticity in activities by making learning familiar and meaningful to students. Resources help students to move from objects (such as segments of fruit and bottle top counters) to symbols (such as fractions and addition) in ways that make sense to them. Using resources creatively can make learning activities more motivating to students.

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A teacher has taken her students outside to make the activity more engaging and meaningful for them.

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A teacher integrates hands-on experience for her students in her lesson.

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A teacher uses natural resources creatively to enhance her English lesson.

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A teacher uses resources imaginatively to supplement the textbook.

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A teacher uses the school environment to enhance her students’ learning.

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A teacher employs local and handmade resources to encourage student participation in his lesson.

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Assessing progress and performance

Storytelling, songs, role play and drama