Page 165 - DEDU403_EDUCATIONAL_TECHNOLOGY_ENGLISH

Unit–18: Advance Organizer Model

Advance organizer model is an effective method for teaching abstract learning contents. This model is Notes
helpful in obtaining the high level objective of cognitive phase. This model is being used in the sectors
of problem solving and transfer of learning.

Self-Assessment

1. Fill in the blanks:
(i) ……………………was the originator of Advance organizer teacher model.
(ii) David Ausubel has been highly impressed by ……………….. Academic Discipline Concept.
(iii) In syntax, firstly …………..are normally present for meaningful sense of text.

(iv) Teacher presents an appropriate environment for effective ,…………………..
(v) Both the verbal and …………… exams are used for evaluation.

18.2 Summary

• David Ausubel is the originator of Advance organizer teacher model. This model is based on verbal
learning and information processing.
• Meaningful knowledge means that the knowledge learned can be used in other circumstances i.e.
several problem of his daily life can be solved in a simple and natural manner based on the previous
experience.

• In syntax, firstly actions are normally present for meaningful sense of text, then it is presented in a
specific form in order to learn the text.

• this model believe that abstract ideas can also be presented in an effective way.
• Teacher presents an appropriate environment for effective teaching and motivates students when
needed. Whenever needed, he helped. There is interactions between teacher and students.
• Advance organizer model is an effective method for teaching abstract learning contents. This model
is helpful in obtaining the high level objective of cognitive phase.

18.3 Keywords

• Concept—Idea
• Model—Sample

18.4 Review Questions

1. Who is the originator of Advance organizer model? On what principles does it based on?
2. What do you mean by meaningful information?
3. Explain the majors elements of Advance organizer teaching model.

Answers: Self-Assessment

1. (i) David Ausubel (ii) Bruner’s (iii) actions (iv) teaching (v) written

LOVELY PROFESSIONAL UNIVERSITY 159

29/07/13 10:22 PM
Educational Technology 159 29/07/13 10:22 PM
Educational Technology 159