I like to give my students information above of what we normally discuss. Then try to inform them the importances of that information.
I pretty much do the same thing. When we talk about certain perameters or measurements, I hand out catalogues so they can see where the different companies use these measurement options.
Another thing I like to do is hand out assemblies, and have the students compare different types. When they are done, we discuss the different types, advantages and disadvantages. This seems to really make it sink in.
This is one of the few ways I can make a presentation more hands on for those that are tactile.
Another way I've found to keep my students engaged during a presentation is to pull out a service manual and hand it to the closest student. I then ask them to look up a specific point in the manual and have them refer to it when it comes up. Then they pass the manual to the next student and I ask them for the next piece of information.
I really try to use traing aids and visuals to keep my students engaged. I like to have pieces and parts to hand out so they can see what it is I'm describing.
When instructing my students in electrical troubleshooting I have found that by asking them to explain what they did helps their retention.
So true. I've also found that case studies can help keep them engaged. I'm don't know your subject matter but giving them a real life scenario to discuss & analyze is a great way to keep them awake & connected.
Agreed. My class is all lecture with almost no hands-on. It's hard to keep the students engaged sometimes. Asking them questions and also adding personal stories/experiences will help them stay engaged and paying attention.
This is great. The more we can engage the listeners with the content, the more likely they are to pay attention.
Ryan
