...Teaching method From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia A teaching method comprises the principles and methods used for instruction to be implemented by teachers to achieve the desired learning in students. These strategies are determined partly on subject matter to be taught and partly by the nature of the learner. For a particular teaching method to be appropriate and efficient it has to be in relation with the characteristic of the learner and the type of learning it is supposed to bring about. Davis (1997) suggests that the design and selection of teaching methods must take into account not only the nature of the subject matter but also how students learn.[1] In today’s school the trend is that it encourages a lot of creativity. It is a known fact that human advancement comes through reasoning. This reasoning and original thought enhances creativity. The approaches for teaching can be broadly classified into teacher centered and student centered. In Teacher-Centered Approach to Learning, Teachers are the main authority figure in this model. Students are viewed as “empty vessels” whose primary role is to passively receive information (via lectures and direct instruction) with an end goal of testing and assessment. It is the primary role of teachers to pass knowledge and information onto their students. In this model, teaching and assessment are viewed as two separate entities. Student learning is measured through objectively scored tests and assessments.[2] In Student-Centered...
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...and information onto their students. In this model, teaching and assessment are viewed as two separate entities. Student learning is measured through objectively scored tests and assessments. Student-Centered Approach to Learning While teachers are an authority figure in this model, teachers and students play an equally active role in the learning process. The teacher’s primary role is to coach and facilitate student learning and overall comprehension of material. Student learning is measured through both formal and informal forms of assessment, including group projects, student portfolios, and class participation. Teaching and assessment are connected; student learning is continuously measured during teacher instruction. To better understand these approaches, it is important to discuss what is generally understood as the three main teaching styles in educational pedagogy: direct instruction, inquiry-based learning and cooperative learning. Through these three teaching methods, teachers can gain a better understanding of how to govern their classroom, implement instruction and connect with their students. Within each of these three main teaching styles are teaching roles or “models.” Theorist A.F. Grasha explains the five main teaching models in her publication Teaching with Style (1996): Expert, Formal Authority, Personal Model, Facilitator and Delegator. To gain a better understanding of the fundamentals of each teaching style, it’s best to view them through the lens of...
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...person develop himself, his abilities, attitudes, and other forms of behavior, values in the society in which he lives. In connection with this, effective teaching plays an important role in order to absorbed knowledge. The difference between the terminal performance of the learner and his/her base level performance is normally attributed to effective teaching by means of teaching methodologies use by the teacher. Teacher factor is one of the strongest determinants of successful learning that contribute to the study habits of students. Study habits and teaching methodologies performed a very important role in the learning process. Through the advancement in our technology some changes occur in teaching procedures, the help of printed materials learning become complex. The skill in selecting methodologies in the context of certain lesson is critical. The teacher has mastered this ability through sharp and intensive observation of how students learn. Choosing on what teaching methodologies to be used can contribute on the study habits of the students. It is expected that when teachers used the best teaching method, students might study lessons easily. Psychologists and educational experts are aware of this situation and use their knowledge about learning, about techniques and procedures to study and apply it to teaching process. How can we obtain learnings by means of study habit? Salandanan (2005) asserts that, “[i]t includes the teachers’ to implement a particular methodology...
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...SON OF GOD In the beginning was the word….Those are the first words of the Gospel of John and the first words spoken by the old, beloved disciples in the movie Son of God. He’s recalling the wondrous days when he walked with the Christ, when he spoke with Him and ate with Him, when he watched Him die and saw Him rise again. He tells us that Jesus was surely the Son of God. With all that John saw, how could he think otherwise? And so, in his old age, he decides to tell us about it too so that we might believe this movie tell the story of Jesus birth, His miracles, His teaching, His torture, His death and His resurrection. It is good to tale again for the sake of some people who may not have yet heard it because they don’t go to church, who may never read the Bible, through this visual storytelling become a way of knowing Jesus and how He come to life. As such Jesus is kind, merciful, determined and brilliant. A man who seems indeed to be both fully human and fully divine. He is as John says “The light shining in the darkness.” The one who came to saves us all. He works miracles, and He preaches the Good news. This movie also depicts a compassionate Christ, who finds himself moved by the plight of humans and who refuses to condescend to them. Jesus tenderly touches the face of the disgraced adulterers and forgives her sins, moments after challenging the hypocrisy of her would-be killers. He sends a lame man walking after morally restoring him as well. Before nourishing...
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...grasped the concepts and how proficient they have really become in using the language. For this purpose an evaluator has to observe the teacher while she is actually teaching in the class by the use of the course book and the students when they are being taught. It will also help the evaluator to check the students’ level of motivation. A clear idea about the interest of the learners can be obtained by viewing the learners in the class when they are being taught by the use of the textbook. It also has to be seen whether they enjoyed the lecture or considered it to be a dull and useless one. Observation also aids in determining how active and attentive the students are in the class. New teachers are usually full of new ideas but with the passage of several years they fall back on previous lesson plans and do not introduce anything truly creative. Therefore, teachers need to evaluate their own teaching styles. Brown thinks “A teacher who wants to avoid getting into a rut- or to climb out of a rut into which he has fallen – should make a through and honest evaluation of his teaching methods” (Brown 1975, p 342). Observation of teaching styles of a teacher also helps the teacher for the evaluation of her own teaching methodology. According to Jack C. Richards use of textbooks by teachers actually represents “plans for teaching” as, …teachers use materials they transform them to suit the needs of particular groups of learners and...
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...of the Problem 6 Definitions of Terms 6 Limitations of the Study 7 Literature Review 8 Methodology 10 Participants 11 Procedures 12 Results 14 Discussion 17 References 18 Abstract The study prolifically investigated the effect of using iPad for the students in Saudi Arabia and other countries around the world. The entire study was outlined randomly to test the reliability as well as the credibility of the student group and analyze the significance and effect of using iPad. The entire study provided a statistical overview of the attributes of the iPad teaching methods and the interaction in between the teaching method variable. Introduction Over the rapid growth in technology, information technology has become quite significant and has affected our lives in a wide manner, and the inclusion of iPads has created a significant impact in teaching. iPads have been incorporated into teaching methodologies, and the new research strategically outlines that iPads can relatively enhance the student learning, and it aims at raising awareness among the students of providing learners of various learning strategies with reinforcement, systematic practice and self-monitoring via learning activities. iPads permit students to collaborate intelligently with the substance of the course books, which may not exist in whatever other educational devices. iPads have been acquainted with the business sector in 2010 and following the time when they have been drastically changed...
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...order to know something, which this something is called knowledge.” Driver (1989) learning does not take place in a vacuum, it is an active process in which the learner uses sensory inputs and constructs meaning out of the information being passed across. The knowledge that learners need to have is fundamental to make sense of the world in which he or she lives. Therefore human knowledge is human construct as humans have constructed and amassed knowledge about the world in which they live through. The primary knowledge construct is to secure their survival as far as possible. As we human begin become more sophisticated we are cable of constructing knowledge beyond the purpose of pure survival. According to Bostrom and Lassen (2002) teaching is an activity aimed at guiding learners towards learning and is the foundation for many educational processes. This includes directives, intentions, inter- subjectivity, interactions, interpersonal activities and processes. Due to the changes in the world the global learning and education environment continues to change, in terms of the learners’...
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...1. Describe the system of education in the movie. To be able to fully describe the system of education in the movie “The Three Idiots”, one must know the educational system being implemented by the Indian government. Although some states in India have already used modern teaching methods such as creative learning by Howard Garner, Modern education in India is often criticized for being based on rote learning rather than problem solving. The system of education in the movie is Authoritarian because the teacher, in this case the university professor, is the law and the only authority in the process of learning inside the classroom. It is also is based on the Traditional Method because it emphasizes rote learning which was already replaced by other more effective teaching methods because of its limitation in developing higher learning skills in students. Instances in the movie have shown how the emphasis in rote learning has stifled the students’ full comprehension of a theory that also hampered the development of their creative abilities because they must always follow what is being prescribed them by their mentors. Insubordination will mean being rusticated from the school system. With this fact, it is no surprise that this dysfunctional engineering school system portrayed in the movie, pressures huge numbers of students into suicide. 2. Describe the main characters in the movie. ( at least five ) a. Aamir Khan as Ranchhoddas "Rancho" Shamaldas Chhanchad...
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...Reflection While completing my observing and participation hours I got the chance to observe and participate in three different classes. The first classroom I had the chance to be a part of was Mr. Ruttlers classroom. Mr. Ruttlers classroom was children of seventh and eighth grade. The students in the classroom had moderate disability, majority of the students had autism or ADHD. The second classroom I was able to observe and participate was in Ms.Barberro classroom. Ms.Barberro classroom was students of the third and fourth grade. The students of this classroom also had moderate disabilities, the students disabilities range from students with speech issues, down syndrome, blindness, and ADHD. In the third classroom I got to observe and participate in was Ms. Cucci class. Ms. Cucci classroom was children of kindergarten and the first grade. The students in Ms Cucci classroom had severe disabilities, the disabilities range from students with Cerebral Palsy, ADHD, autism, and down syndrome. All of these students in this classroom have emotional or behavioral issues. Being in these classrooms made me realize how quickly the classroom atmosphere can change for each student and how quickly the lesson plan can change if a student is not understanding. After being able to observe and participate in three different classrooms with different grades and different disabilities, I was able to see many different modifications and accommodations. In Mr. Ruttler’s room their were many...
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...Teachers Teach Teaching is the most fundamental part of a teacher’s job. It is more obvious than (though just as important as) inspiring, motivating and forming relationships. The act of teaching is personal. No two teachers are the same. The way you teach is unique to you and by teaching you bring yourself to the classroom: your personality, your experiences and your ambitions. Your pedagogy - your teaching style - is shaped by these characteristics, influenced by your own education, and becomes the guide you use to teach your students. But learning is a cooperative effort, requiring engagement on the parts of both students and teachers. Each student has their own learning style. They learn at their own pace and in their own ways. While it is important to establish your teaching style, you should also be flexible enough to take the learning styles of your students into account. Principles and Methods of Teaching The term Teaching method refers to the general principles, pedagogy and management strategies used for classroom instruction. Teaching theories primarily fall into two categories or “approaches” — teacher-centered and student-centered: * Teacher-Centered Approach to Learning Teachers are the main authority figure in this model. Students’ primary role is to passively receive information. * Student-Centered Approach to Learning While teachers are an authority figure in this model, teachers and students play an equally active role in the learning process...
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...Liberia. The investment strategy in the education of the Liberian youth must be approached with deep thought and concern. The traumatic psychological effects of a fifteen year war and unrest must be recognized when dealing with the minds of the young people of Liberia. Any thoughts of enlightenment and education must be evaluated wisely to ensure a smooth transition from the state of despair to one of hope and aspirations. A new educational system must be devised and new teaching methods prescribed to invigorate the youth of Liberia into believing in themselves as the only hope for the new Liberia. The single-mindedness of the task of nation building must be linked to having a sense of self-worth that would transcend individualistic gains and instead promote an interdependence of needs and wants for the good of the wholesome functioning society, Liberia. The curriculum in all schools must insure that this indoctrination is carried out in the most positive and forthright manner. The question then is what teaching methods...
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...Importance and openness of the problem of effective teaching foreign languages have caused its topicality, and consequently the choice of a theme for the given course work. In present practice of teaching foreign languages there is a problem facing the teacher to address to experience of the colleagues, to innovative ideas, to a science, is that low authority of a subject because of shortages of a present technique of teaching. Aim to investigate the role of contemporary methods in teaching foreign languages, to distinguish the most rational techniques of teaching a foreign language which can be used in school. In this work it is necessary to solve the following primarytasks: 1. To investigate the bases of teaching a foreign language 2. To study effective ways and techniques of teaching a foreign language 3. To observe ways of teaching English language in contemporary methods 4. To work out exercises for using innovation technologies of teaching English language in contemporary methods The subject of this course paper is variety of methods and ways and their effectiveness of using in teaching a foreign language. The object of research is the process of teaching and pupils who are the subjects of this teaching process. Theoretical value of this course paper is in its results, having received which it will be possible to organize effectively teaching process, using in practice methods and ways of teaching which were offered in this work. Practical value of...
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...body of knowledge. There was more concentration towards the development of a certain form of thinking so that people could perceive issues within a certain line of thinking. This therefore means that individuals had to memorize some of these new adventures in order to ensure that they are informed or they are aligned to a certain school of thought. This situation has become the guiding principle in the teaching of mathematics as indicated by the statement. Mathematics lessons do not concentrate on teaching numeracy skills but inculcating certain skills among learners that will help them to coincide with the existing societal demands. Analysis Constructivism theory in teaching of mathematics Constructivism is a theory that gives insight to educational stakeholders on how to manage the learning and teaching process. According to the theory, a learner defines the direction of the learning process. According to Gordon (2009) constructivism suggests that without a learner there will be no form of schooling in the society. These arguments are based on heuristic concept in the teaching and learning process. Gordon (2009) indicates that the heuristic concept is the suggestion that teachers should guide learners in a fact finding mission. The role of the teacher is to create an...
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...Learning Styles- Understanding for Learning Strategies This article (Saga, Qamar, & Trali, 2015) highlights a study done at the Department of Anatomy at Army Medical College. The goal of the study was to identify if the preclinical students were visual learners, auditory learners, or kinesthetic learners. The study was based off of the Visual, Auditory, Reading, and Kinesthetic (VARK) model. The VARK model presumes that students have different ways to process information which are referred to as “preferred learning approaches”. The rationale behind this study is students have particular learning styles and these styles should be lodged by instruction designed to those learning styles (Saga, Qamar, & Trali, 2015). The study was done in two phases. In the first phase, 400 undergraduate students (first and second year) were invited to participate. The purpose of the study was explained and written consent was obtained. Out of the 400 students, 294 consented to provide details and answer the questionnaire. The study was conducted using the VARK version 7.8 questionnaire. Students were given sixteen questions with four options and were free to select more than one answer or not answer the question at all (Saga, Qamar, & Trali, 2015). During the second phase of the study, the data scores were analyzed for the students’ principle learning style and the students were individually informed about their preferred learning style and approach per the results of their...
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...Constructivism: A Holistic Approach to Teaching and Learning Janet Giesen Faculty Development and Instructional Design Center Northern Illinois University Introductions • Your name • Your department or unit • Your experiences or knowledge of constructivism • Why have you joined us today? Overview • Learning cycle • Constructivism – Learning theory – Process – Instructional strategy • Classroom applications • Instructor and student roles Learning Cycle or “5 E’s” Engage Extend Evaluate Explain Explore How would you define constructivism? A definition of constructivism Fundamentally, constructivism says that people construct their own understanding and knowledge of the world through experiencing things and reflecting on those experiences. Source: Thirteen Ed Online (2004) Constructivism is a learning theory • Learning is an active process • Knowledge is constructed from (and shaped by) experience • Learning is a personal interpretation of the world Sources: Christie (2005); Kruse (n.d.) Constructivism is a learning theory • Emphasizes problem solving and understanding • Uses authentic tasks, experiences, settings, assessments • Content presented holistically – not in separate smaller parts Sources: Christie (2005); Constructivism is a process – the instructor • Adapt curriculum to address students’ suppositions • Help negotiate goals and objectives with learners • Pose problems of emerging relevance to students • Emphasize hands‐on, real‐world experiences...
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