Introduction to Teaching Methods
Teaching Styles, Methods and Techniques Direct Instruction, Indirect Instruction, Discussion, Cooperative Learning, Self-Directed Instruction Teaching Methods Rote Learning, Guided Problem-Solving, Diagnostic Teaching, Teaching Techniques Lecture/Discussion, Grouping, Tutoring, Games/Simulations, Instructional Media: Computer Assisted Learning, Speaking-Listening Media, Visual and Observational Media, Reading-Writing Media (http://library.thinkquest.org/C005704/content_teaching_it.php3)
Other Elements of Teaching Mode Visual, kinesthetic, verbal/auditory Orientation Interior world, exterior world Level of Interaction Individual, small group, whole class Purpose Generative, exploratory, evaluative
Scale of Sensory Experience Abstract (Learning Efficiency) Examples One channel Lecture, question/answer, discussion, case studies Static visuals: Maps, chalkboard, sketches, cartoons, diagrams, charts, graphs, photographs or slides, displays, bulletin boards, posters Scale of Sensory Experience Two channels (visual and verbal) Active visuals: Films, videos, computer presentations, demonstrations (e.g., lab demos), writing Three or more channels (kinesthetic, visual and verbal) Role plays, workshops, simulations Concrete (Learning Effectiveness)
Scale of Orientation Examples Lecture; films and videos; drama Teacher Centered Examples “Front” Focus Lecture; films and videos; drama Large group question/answer; recitation Scale of Orientation Case studies; debate; collaborative projects; small group discussion and dialogue Blended Focus Role play; field trips; lab work; personal reflection papers Non-directive discussion; simulations; workshops Student Focus Student Centered
Student Centered Teaching Methods Audio-Visual triggering Brainstorming Case study Categorization Ceremony Coached frustration Comparison Critical Incident Debate Debriefing Demonstration Dilemma solving Discussion Dramatization Exhibits Experiments Field trips Field work Filling the gap Films Free-association Games Group research Group analysis Guided recall Journaling Kinesthetic association Lecture Logging Modeling Music Parables Play Proofs Proverbs Recitation Reflective journaling Research writing Riddles Role-play Rote memorization Simulations Stories Symbolic association Theory writing Trials Videos Workshops
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Discussion of Bain and LeFever