1. Methods of Instruction
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2. Methods of Instruction
Characteristics
ILLUSTRATED LECTURE
DEMONSTRATION
DISCUSSION
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3. Methods/Lesson Plans - ISFSI
ILLUSTRATED LECTURE
Uses words and or instructional aids to convey ideas
Instructor controlled
Best method for large groups or lots of information in short time
overheads -videotape -movies
slides -posters -displays
handouts -models
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DEMONSTRATION
Involves skills training
Instructor controlled
Only way to teach a skill
practical sessions -skill sessions
evaluations
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DISCUSSIONS
Effective when students have background
Instructor control varies with type
Best used for problem solving and simulation
guided discussion -conference
case study -role playing
brainstorming -critiques?
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6. Techniques for Presentations
Illustrated lectures
relate to student need
keep students involved
know when to use aids
use actual examples
use only 1 aid at a time
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7. Techniques for Presentations
Demonstrations
be thoroughly prepared -allow space
be sure everyone can see
explain carefully
The Presentation
1. Normal speed
2. Slowly with explanation
3. Slowly with student explanation
Application
provide assistance
practice 3X correct
evaluate with 2 inst..
use skill sheets
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8. Techniques for Presentations
Discussions
define objectives
clarify topics
allow sufficient time
encourage and expect alternative answers
use leading questions
keep discussion on topic
summarize
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9. Questioning Techniques
Types
direct
overhead
rhetorical
relay
Techniques
avoid yes/no questions
don’t bluff
pause for students to answer
avoid answering your own questions
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11. CHARACTERISTICS OF LESSON PLANS
Organizes lesson
Identifies key points
Can be reused
Can be used by others
Available
Assures consistency
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12. The Four-step Method of Instruction
Preparation
Prepare the students to learn
Presentation
Provide information
Application
Students practice skill or knowledge
Evaluation
Verify that learning has occurred
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13. Components of a Lesson Plan
A. Topic
identifies the subject
obtain info from occupational analysis
B. Time Frame
how long it will take to teach lesson
C. Instruction Level
degree of mastery a subject will be taught
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14. Components of a Lesson Plan
D. Behavioral Objectives.
what student will do
define condition, behavior, standard
E. Materials Needed
list of supplies
projector, slides etc.
F. References
what material used to present the lesson
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15. Components of a Lesson Plan
G. Preparation
1st step in 4 step method
prepares student to learn
H. Presentation
2nd step in 4 step method
information to be given to students
info must be covered
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16. Components of a Lesson Plan
I. Instructor Notes
personalization
J. Application
3rd step in 4 step
chance for students to practice
give as much time as needed
K. Lesson Summary
recap
closing statements
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17. Components of a Lesson Plan
L. Evaluation
4th step in 4 step method
verifies learning has taken place
feedback to student about their progress
M. Assignment
information required before next class session
readings
research
practice
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