It sets the benchmark for what needs to be discussed in classroom.
during several classes I have taught I have given a pre test to guage the over knowledge of the class going into certain subject matter. I feel it helps students sometime realize that certain "they think are easy topics" really aren't so easy and there is more to learn on certain subjects
I haven't used the learning taxonomy to date but am seriously considering it.
Fred
After seeing industry needs for almost 15 years in a support position before becoming and instructor, I know the needs of what are, ultimately, the future employers of my students. In addition, after almost 8 years of teaching the curriculum, I have found several group projects that keep the students interested and occupied while addressing areas they need to know. By doing the projects in an informal ungraded setting where they have the comfort of the group, I can get a better idea of where they are at. I also tend to do group demonstrations in lab. When I find a student with a question on a particular item that lends itself to a demo I'll gather the entire class around and demonstrate the test/procedure and be able to point things out that relate to a specific task they will all have to do.
John,
Are you able to collaborate with other instructors (that teach your course)and provide recommendations for lesson plan revisions?
Tremayne Simpson
The lesson plans are written and aproved by someone else. I do have some ability to improvise while still using the company guidelines.
Timothy,
Thank you for your post. I have used a similar method with my students and have found it to be highly effective. It is tough to present new material to students that are not "ready" for it.
Tremayne Simpson
i can start w/ a test on the basics combined w/ the backround of the students to determine the amount of time that needs to be put in to the basic theory. getting into deeper more complicated material will keep them engaged and not bore them.
