Prof. Tahmina Begum FCPS, MD, MMEd (UK) Large Group Teaching Prof. Tahmina Begum FCPS, MD, MMEd (UK)

Objectives Define large group State advantages and limitations Create conceptual framework Prepare lecture format to make it effective & interactive

Interaction between teacher, student & task Teaching? Interaction between teacher, student & task

Learning process-3 steps Schema activation Schema construction Schema refinement

What is large group teaching? Definition & size: Describes the range of methods used to teach large groups usually over 30 or 40 students. It includes- Traditional lecture Combination of large group interaction with facilitated small group work Online teaching using collaborative technology

The most common form of instruction Used in class room, seminar & CME Lecture The most common form of instruction Used in class room, seminar & CME

Lecture-advantages Efficient & economic way of delivering instruction to a large number of students at a given time Widely used mode of teaching

Lecture- limitations Teacher centred Little involvement of student (passive) Promote rote learning High dependency of students on teachers Low receptivity

Organization of Lecture Make a format on the basis of topic

Format/Component Introduction Body Conclusion

Introduction (5-10 mins) Attract attention Establish rapport Identify prior knowledge Provide advance organizer (objectives & key points)

Body Present information on the basis of key points Maintain sequence Use clear & understandable language Ask questions Allow students to ask question for clarification

Conclusion Summarize the information keeping the key points in mind or ask student to summarize Provide a take home massage Direct student for future learning Ask student to write important points & share with the group

Teacher is not only an information provider but also a director of learning- McGill scholar An important question for any teacher to consider when planning a teaching session is ‘ How can I help my students to learn during my lecture?’- Cantillon

Interactive & Student centred How can we help? Interactive & Student centred

How to make lecture interactive Gaining attention Periodic pause & review-after 10 mins Questioning- (open question) promote active thinking Allowing student to ask question Including relevant example/illustration Quiz test Providing skeletal handout to complete

Few points to be remembered Enough knowledge on topic Preparation of lesson plan Environment Audio- visual Interaction Summarization Eye to eye contact Timing Loud voice

Attendance of Student Roll call? Attendance sheet for signature?

Stimulate critical thinking & enhance deep learning Careful planning Preparation of well designed teaching aid Creative approach Interaction Stimulate critical thinking & enhance deep learning

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