Instructional support
Based on my teaching experience the powerpoint presentation is for me my basic tool and in between discussions I use the chalk/white board to elaborate some important points. I usually do illustrations/drawings of the organ or region of interest. The models are also my guardian angel to make it even simpler for students to understand. Other instructional supports are drawn as well when needed like the audio/video and overhead transparencies etc.
Thanks for this training, it is a big moral support for me that what I'm really doing is in the right track.
Hi Clive,
The best support is the teacher, always. Next, are the varied resources that are needed when they are needed, and out of the way when not. A solid curriculum and realistic daily game plan is also a part of the instructional plan too. From the student, a prepared and open mind.
Barry Westling
Any material that supports students learning should be utilizes in the class room. Instructional supports should include any component or material that provides re-inforcement to support for the subject or task at hand.
Hi Brandon,
White board is great. Another super technique is to create ways for the students to get up and write as well. That's more engaging and they're likely to retain and recall more information. Also, it's a bit more fun and interesting when students get to do something like that.
Barry Westling
I really really like to use the whiteboard. I'm trying to reach students that may be visual learners as oppossed to the audeo learners.
Hi Romeo,
I like to think of myself as the facilitator who has access to many resources. Between my overarching guidance and the instructional tools, students usually receive a more comprehensive instructional session than if I relied on just lecture or one resource more than a variety (such as PPT or video).
Barry Westling
