Let us examine how lecture can be used to arouse student interest, develop imagination, spark a spirit of inquiry and encourage creativity while developing student's understanding.
Lecture is a valid and effective means of instruction.
A well planned and carefully delivered lecture can outline basic facts, concepts, points of view and arguments relative to an area of study and make connections to previous learning and experiences. It should supplement and complement, not merely overlap, the information students get from other sources. Lectures can be combined and integrated with other instructional methods in order to encourage active learning. The traditional lecture is characterized as being teacher centred and providing one-way information. Providing regular opportunities during the lecture for fostering student understanding.