Dale's Audiovisual Hierarchy

Dale's Audiovisual Hierarchy is a model that categorizes various audiovisual teaching methods based on their effectiveness for learning. It arranges these methods from less to more engaging and impactful, highlighting how active participation enhances understanding. For example, passive listening or watching (like lectures) are lower on the hierarchy, while hands-on activities, simulations, and teaching others are higher. The goal is to encourage educators to incorporate more interactive and experiential approaches, as these tend to improve retention, comprehension, and real-world application of knowledge.