CIT 211~Dr.Mukasa Simiyu.-1

Communication Process

  • Definition: The communication process involves sending and receiving messages to share knowledge, attitudes, and skills.

  • Components of Communication Process:

    • Sender

    • Message

    • Channel

    • Environment

    • Receiver

    • Feedback

  • Steps in Communication Process:

    1. Idea Formation: Creation of message/idea to convey.

    2. Conveying the Message: Delivering message verbally or in writing.

    3. Message Reception: The recipient receives the message.

    4. Interpretation/Decoding: Recipient interprets the meaning.

    5. Response and Feedback: The recipient responds and the sender adjusts based on feedback.

  • Types of Communication:

    • Verbal Communication: Sharing information through spoken language.

      • Characteristics for Effectiveness:

        • Appropriate volume and pitch

        • Clarity in voice

        • Simple and audience-appropriate language

    • Non-Verbal Communication: Communicating through gestures, body language, and facial expressions.

    • Visual Communication: Utilizes visual aids to convey information more effectively.

Types of Media Resources for Teaching

  • Categories of Media:

    1. Visual Media: Items appealing to the sense of sight (charts, photographs, models).

    2. Printed Media: Textbooks, newspapers, journals that are printed.

    3. Audio-Visual Aids: Combine sight and sound (films, educational videos).

  • Factors to Consider When Using Media:

    • Suitability for the learning objectives

    • Relevance to the content

    • Availability and accessibility

Advantages of Community Learning Resources (CLRs)

  • Provides real-world context and enhances learning.

  • Encourages interaction between school and community.

  • Direct exposure to real-life situations and hands-on experiences.

  • Improves retention and understanding through practical involvement.

Educational Broadcasting in Kenya

  • Historical development of educational radio broadcasting.

  • Challenges faced in educational broadcasting including technology accessibility.

  • Suggestions for improvement include technology integration and community involvement.

Visual Media Production Techniques

  • Characteristics of Visual Media:

    • Opaque: No light passes (e.g., charts, chalkboards).

    • Transparent: Allows light (e.g., slides, films).

    • Translucent: Allows partial light (e.g., negatives).

  • Design Principles:

    • Focus on the message

    • Simplicity in design

    • Balance of elements

    • Consistency in style

Management of a School Multimedia Center (SMMC)

  • Purpose:

    • Store and retrieve media resources

    • Facilitate varied learning experiences

    • Promote socialization among students and staff

  • Types of SMMCs:

    1. Simple: Basic collection of materials.

    2. Complex: Includes comprehensive functions like copy services.

    3. Student-Oriented: Managed by students for their needs.

  • Functions: Includes storage, production and maintenance of media resources, organizing educational activities, and facilitating research.

Future Developments in Educational Technology

  • Anticipated innovations driven by technological advancements, globalization, and changes in educational trends.

  • Challenges include funding, infrastructural adequacy, and teacher training.

  • The future will emphasize media-based instruction and require adaptive strategies to integrate evolving technologies effectively.