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In this unit learned much on the equipment that can be used as teaching aids.
One of the most important things a teacher can have in a classroom is a board at the front of the class to write on. It's important for all board work to be clean and easy to read. Some schools may even have an interactive whiteboard (IWB) in the classroom. If the classroom has one for use it is important the teacher knows how to use it. Sometimes IWBs may not work, so it's always a good idea to have a back-up plan. Another option is an overhead projector that can be used to show worksheets to the class. But these are big, and need a clear spot away from sunlight to work properly. Whichever the teacher uses in the classroom, it is still important to plan out what is going to be shown and when.
There are other options that can be introduced into the classroom for a more interactive lesson:
Visual aids (such as photos and objects) can help reduce teacher talk time by illustrating the meaning more quickly and can be useful in presenting new vocabulary.
A video camera would allow the students to record themselves for self-analysis, or even to record their own film as a part of an activity.
Worksheets and work cards can be made by the teacher to ensure it ties with the lesson being taught. These can be used for role-playing, grammar exercises, and even presenting new vocabulary.
CDs and videos would provide a visual and audio stimulation in the class. Both can present information and even give background information for a topic.
