In culinary arts I encourage the students to practice all the time. Also to help them remember the terms that they need to know I direct them to a website called quizlet.com that helps them make flashcards, practice tests and quizes.
Asking questions and letting students think then answer, highlighting objectives and making students see the application of what is being imparted is a clear path to understanding.
I think is a great idea to get all students involved hands on projects, however there are always a few who have more difficult time with their project and to those i always try to schedule some tutoring after class to bring them up to speed.
Hi Diane,
These exercises sound like they are a lot of fun for your students as well. They get to be competitive and develop their skills on in the same operation.
Gary
In the field I instruct, knife skills, I challege the students to a 10 minute skills test every day. This helps them build of their speed and accuracy, and also prepares them for their final exam. I have noticed such a great improvement on their tests results in the past several classes.
This is a great hands on project for them
In my field it is critical to have hands on applications for the students to make sure they are involved in all projects.
