Backwards chaing
I like this method and I will try it in the class
Indeed
Students see the end result and then learn what it'll take to get there.
DD.
Most certainly will work in my class. I'll need to redo some things but I think it'll be very worthwhile.
DD.
I use this method constantly in teaching sound design.
Hi Rita! The method of 'backwards chaining' is new to me also and I'm anxious to try it out in my medical assisting clinical course this semester. I have used the "traditional" method of explaining the terminology and principles and then follow it with the hands-on activity related to that topic. I am going to experiment with doing the activity and then introduce the terminology, principles and equipment in context. For example, I can have the students perform a capillary puncture microhematocrit, use the centrifuge and then observe/measure the results. Once that is done, we can return to the lecture and the terminology, principles and equipment used during this procedure may then come "alive" for the students instead of being an abstract concept for them. I have other topics and procedures to cover this quarter and am looking forward to experimenting with 'backwards chaining' and getting the students' feedback. Will keep you posted! Heather Marcincin
I also feel this is a great idea. if the student is able to see why they are learning something it makes them more intirested. If they do not see the usefulness in a topic they tend to tune out right away. backwards chaining allows them to see the usefullness and relate the material to the end result. I already see several places i can apply this in my courses.
Backwards chaining is something that I like to practice especially in a production class because it allows for new information to be absorbed and revisted. When I do a demo, I talk about new information as its being performed in front of them. Then later I revisit this through lecture. Its makes a connection for them because they have seen it already.
I use this method often teaching a production culinary class. Often in my demos I show the students what the final outcome should look like, then the steps to build to it. That way they know what the ulitmate product should represent. I feel it is extremly helpful and confidence boosting to the students to be able to see and understand as they learn.
Hi Betsy!
When processes are being taught, backward chaining is an excellent teaching tool especially for those students are hands-on learner. So what would you do with those students who will not learn through backward chaining?
Good work!
Jane Davis
ED107 Facilitator
This is new to me and I can not wait to try this method.
This segment of module 4 really resinated with me. I have been struggling with the delivery of the Wine & Beverage class that was recently (3 semesters ago) revamped into a shorter class time.
The backwards chaining is something I have been considering for the last 3 weeks, and having been through this segment, am now going to seriously going to discuss with my lead instructor.
Thanks!
I do the same thing in Cooking. I have the students taste a dish and pick out flavors and techniques used to achive the final product.
Then I show them how to make the dish and they see if they were on track or not.
This method worked out great for me. I love and will always incorporate it lessons!
I always show the finished product and then proceed to make it
this is true, somethime we show our students some sophisticated foods that they may not have expreienced. Seeing the end product is often very important in these cases
I use this method in teaching dental clinic procedures. I show the finished product first. Such as an impression taken of a patient's teeth. Then go through the steps of how this finished procedure is accomplished. The students will then strive to complete the procedure as demonstrated.
Used this in a finance class. Used instructor and content worksheets (documents that contain informtion completely worked out from beginning to end). Information was placed on desks with groups. Students were told to only flip over process key if they had a concern about wheter or not they were on track. Worked very well. Some students learn better by backwards chaining.
I have been in a trade industry for years and have always preferred this type of learning but never knew there was a name for it.
I find it very helpful to find out the status/ starting point for each student. This aids in understanding what skills/knowledge they already have related to the course.
Hi Hany!
Great! I am interested in what type of program you instruct. This method seems to work very well in the trades industry where something is taken apart and put back together.
Keep up the good work!
Jane Davis
ED107 Facilitator
