Retention though memory
Once again because we are in a hands on environment, building retention can come from hands on activities. Memory building from having a student practice repeatedly what needs to be tested over and over, not only builds memory but also builds confidence.
Greetings John!
Any technique that can be used to reenforce the topic is an excellent approach. As I've said before, repetition is a key to learning.
Keep up the good work!
Jane Davis
ED107 Facilitator
I try to use a demonstration with the lesson that I am teaching.
repetition of objectives and tasks works really well for my students and they type of learing that we do
Repeating tasks builds retention. If you do the same tasks using different approaches to show the same results, this may or may not help your learners. This is where the instructor needs to assess the class and its ability to absorb the material.
Hi Donald!
I continue to say it's about reenforceing an individuals worth and importance to the process of the classroom. People need and want to feel valuable in whatever endeavors they are pursuing.
Keep up the good work!
Jane Davis
ED107 Facilitator
When dealing with my students,I treat them as young techs in the field. Each tech has goals to complete each day of the week for the couse. They like it better than being called students. They feel respected in my class.
One of the best retention techinques that I can think of is treating each student like an individual. Once the students feel respected then they find it more comfortable to stay in your class and pay attention.
I use a who are you sheet on day one.. asks general questions.. who are you? why are you here? what do you want out of this class? where are you planning or wanting to go from here after graduation...
all during the 3 week course I talk to them about there answers and it gives me insight as to who they are, why they are like they are, and some general backround about where they come from.. it gives me the oppurtunity to approach them about issues and just general topics the correct way. and is just a in general ice breaker.
Hi Frederic!
Good idea! Could you further elaborate on how you work this technique into your classroom?
Keep up the good work!
Jane davis
ED107 Facilitator
I also use my rapport with students.
My knowledge of their backgrounds helps me use memory aids with are part of their geographical and cultural experience.
I have tham explain and elaborate to the class when I cite examples in my Environmental Science class.
People can easily relate to the places they grew up.
Hi,
That's right. For some contents, I mean knowledge, it is hard to memeorize through activities and experience. The best way to remember is to repeat and repeat, over and over unitl the students can store in their mind, sepecially for their license exam. Or we call that circular learning.
andrew
Students who learn best through active experimentation are a great example of this. Not only do they comprehend the subject in greater detail, but they have fun. I enjoy playing games in class that encourages the use of their memory skills. The subject is retained and the information moves from their short term to long term memory once when they have drawn associations.
Richard,
I believe that it is important to build some type of rapport with each student - make a connection.
Jane Davis
Ed107 Facilitator
