The document discusses the lecture method of teaching. It is one of the oldest methods where the teacher is active and students are passive. The teacher presents content to students without considering their abilities, interests, or personalities. The lecture method aims to achieve cognitive and affective objectives. There are different types of lectures including traditional oral essays, participatory lectures, feedback lectures, and mediated lectures using media. Lectures are used to stimulate thinking, develop concentration and problem solving skills, and achieve cognitive objectives. The components of a lecture include an introduction to engage students, the body of the lecture presenting content, and a conclusion summarizing key points. Advantages are that it can present a large amount of information efficiently, while disadvantages include limited student