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MAC246Social Sciences2 Unitsintermediate

Educational Broadcasting

This course introduces students to the principles and practices of educational broadcasting. It covers foundational concepts in broadcasting, the importance of education, and the role of broadcasting in delivering educational content to diverse audiences. Students will explore various educational media classifications, presentation techniques, and teaching skills necessary for effective educational broadcasting. The course also examines the specific needs of different audience segments, including children, adults, and rural communities.

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40h
Study Time
13
Weeks
3h
Per Week
none
Math Level
Course Keywords
Educational BroadcastingRadioTelevisionMediaEducation

Course Overview

Everything you need to know about this course

Course Difficulty

Intermediate Level
Builds on foundational knowledge
65%
intermediate
📚
Math Level
No Math
🔬
Learning Type
Hands-on Practice

Course Topics

Key areas covered in this course

1

Introduction to Broadcasting

2

Educational Broadcasting Principles

3

Communication Process

4

Audience Segmentation

5

Teaching Methods

6

Audio-Visual Aids

Total Topics6 topics

Ready to Start

No specific requirements needed

This course is designed to be accessible to all students. You can start immediately without any prior knowledge or specific preparation.

Assessment Methods

How your progress will be evaluated (3 methods)

assignments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

tutor-marked assessments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

final examination

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Computer Based Test

Career Opportunities

Explore the career paths this course opens up for you

Educational Broadcaster

Apply your skills in this growing field

Media Producer

Apply your skills in this growing field

Content Developer

Apply your skills in this growing field

Communication Specialist

Apply your skills in this growing field

Industry Applications

Real-world sectors where you can apply your knowledge

EducationMediaBroadcastingCommunication

Study Schedule Beta

A structured 13-week journey through the course content

Week
1

Module 1: Broadcasting and Education

2h

Unit 1: Introduction to Broadcasting

2 study hours
  • •Read the introduction to broadcasting and understand its definition.
  • •Distinguish between radio and television based on their characteristics.
  • •Explore the history of broadcasting in Nigeria.
Week
2

Module 1: Broadcasting and Education

2h

Unit 2: The Communication Process and Educational Media

2 study hours
  • •Define communication and understand the communication process.
  • •Identify and describe the elements of the communication process.
  • •Explore the different types and functions of educational media.
Week
3

Module 1: Broadcasting and Education

2h

Unit 3: Principles of Educational Presentation

2 study hours
  • •Understand the need for good presentation in educational broadcasting.
  • •Define diction and its importance in clear communication.
  • •Explore the role of mood and emotion in engaging the audience.
Week
4

Module 1: Broadcasting and Education

2h

Unit 4: Introduction to Educational Broadcasting

2 study hours
  • •Define educational broadcasting and understand its objectives.
  • •Explore the history of educational broadcasting in Nigeria.
  • •Discuss the potential of radio and television in education.
Week
5

Module 1: Broadcasting and Education

2h

Unit 5: The need for Education and Broadcasting in Nigeria

2 study hours
  • •Define education and broadcasting in the Nigerian context.
  • •Enumerate the qualities of radio for educational broadcasting.
  • •Discuss the need for education and broadcasting in Nigeria.
Week
6

Module 2: Categories of Educational Broadcasting

2h

Unit 1: Children Education Broadcasting

2 study hours
  • •Understand the importance of educational broadcasting for children.
  • •Explore methods of educational broadcasting for children.
  • •Discuss the challenges of broadcasting to children.
Week
7

Module 2: Categories of Educational Broadcasting

2h

Unit 2: Adults in Search of Education

2 study hours
  • •Define an adult and understand the concept of adult education.
  • •Explore the purpose and history of adult education in Nigeria.
  • •Discuss the functions of broadcast media in adult education.
Week
8

Module 2: Categories of Educational Broadcasting

2h

Unit 3: Broadcasting for Men & Women in Urban Communities

2 study hours
  • •Explore past mass education programs in Nigeria.
  • •Discuss media methods for educating the urban population.
  • •Analyze the effectiveness of talk shows, dramas, and documentaries.
Week
9

Module 2: Categories of Educational Broadcasting

2h

Unit 4: Men and Women in the Rural Areas

2 study hours
  • •Understand the composition of rural dwellers.
  • •Trace the emergence of rural broadcasting.
  • •Enlist strategies for effective rural broadcasting.
Week
10

Module 3: Useful Skills for Broadcast Educators

2h

Unit 1: Understanding Types of Learners

2 study hours
  • •Differentiate among the categories of learners.
  • •Identify possible causes of slow learning.
  • •Explain the implications of different learners for the educational broadcaster.
Week
11

Module 3: Useful Skills for Broadcast Educators

2h

Unit 2: General Teaching Methods

2 study hours
  • •Explain the term teaching methods.
  • •List and describe various teaching methods.
  • •State when and where each method is applicable.
Week
12

Module 3: Useful Skills for Broadcast Educators

4h

Unit 3: Use of Audio-Visual Aids

2 study hours
  • •Identify and describe the different types of audio-visual aids.
  • •List the characteristics of good audio-visual aids.
  • •Explain how audio-visual aids can be used effectively.

Unit 4: Study Skills for Educational Broadcasters

2 study hours
  • •Identify useful materials in the library for the educational broadcaster.
  • •Understand the functions and roles of a dictionary as a research material.
Week
13

Module 3: Useful Skills for Broadcast Educators

3h

Unit 5: Note Taking Skills

3 study hours
  • •Understand the importance of note-taking for broadcasters.
  • •Apply guidelines for effective note-taking.
  • •Explore and use different note-taking methods.

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Study Tips & Exam Preparation

Expert tips to help you succeed in this course

1

Review the distinctions between radio and television broadcasting from Unit 1.

2

Create concept maps linking Units 3-5 presentation techniques and educational principles.

3

Practice applying different teaching methods from Unit 2 to sample educational content.

4

Analyze case studies of past educational programs from Unit 3 to identify effective strategies.

5

Focus on understanding the needs of different audience segments (children, adults, rural) from Module 2.

6

Summarize key points from each unit and create flashcards for quick review.

7

Allocate specific study time for each module, prioritizing areas of weakness.

8

Practice answering past examination questions to improve time management and recall.

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