classroom aids
Instructional support materials
Classroom aids are materials and tools that support teaching and learning—maps, charts, models, flashcards, projectors, and similar resources that help illustrate concepts or engage students.
The term covers both traditional items like chalkboards and modern technology like interactive whiteboards: The teacher used classroom aids to demonstrate the water cycle.
- manipulativesTangible educational objects
- handoutsItems distributed freely
- chalkSoft sedimentary writing stone
- flashcardsPaper memorization tools
- educational appsSoftware for acquiring knowledge
graphic organizers · globes · posters · pen · ruler · study guides · paper · textbooks · compass · map · vocabulary lists · word wall · protractor · e-books · calculators · markers · whiteboards · dry erase markers
- German learninggrammar guides, alphabet books, exercises, grammar basics, vocabulary lists
- language learningvocabulary lists, lessons, acquisition, basic vocabulary, grammar books
- ADHDADHD, hyperactivity, inattention, impulsivity, fidgeting
- adaptive supportassistive technology, assistive devices, adaptive equipment, accommodations, adaptive learning
- reading supportreading skills, dyslexia support, phonics instruction, reading fluency, reading programs
- special educationspecial education, special ed, special needs, IEP, IEPs
support vs. core content
classroom aidscurriculum
Educational program's content plan
core curriculum · subject matter · instructional content · textbook · syllabus