Power Point presentations vs the blackboard
what is the percent of blackboard time that is recommended to alternate with the Power Point.
Everett,
I am a big fan of using resources of all kinds and this is one example. I like also that the students can take the knowledge and use of the apps with them out into their employment so your sharing of this information is going to have a career long impact.
Gary
Gary Meers, Ed.D.
Recently I've found some nice apps on my Tablet that do a great job of illustrating a concept or showing a view of something that is better explained in 3D.
Most overhead projectors now have the ability to plug in an auxiliary video source, and with a small investment of time and money, it can make the learning process much faster, easier and more productive.
I think it is absolutely worth the cost of the app and technology to help the students learn. Not only that, but most student have access to the same devices I use, and therefore can purchase their own copy of the app for their own studies.
Robert,
This is a good way to appeal to the different learning preferences of your students. Students like change of pace and variety in their instructional delivery and you are offering such with this approach.
Gary
Gary Meers, Ed.D.
I personally like to use PPT and only when the concept needs further explanation, I will use a whiteboard to diagram or explain the concept better. I find that visual students tend to like the board interaction between slides and keep them engaged and alert. They even take pictures of the whiteboards to complement notes.
Jackie,
By you having the extensive background in instruction that you have with your law enforcement audiences you have a leg up on most new instructors. I wish you continued success and many rewards as you continue your instructional career.
Gary
Gary Meers, Ed.D.
Thank you Dr. Meers. I found that if I am not interested in my own facilitation style, then no one else would be. Law enforcement audiences are not easy to be in front of (judgmental I guess), my success in conducting training programs for my peers has given me the skill sets for me to transition my facilitation style to my non-law enforcement students.
Jackie,
Students like change of pace and variety in their instructional delivery. You are offering both through the combination of the various forms of media and activities. I know your students appreciate the instructional strategies you are using to help them be successful in your courses.
Gary
Gary Meers, Ed.D.
Having attended many PowerPoint instructor development courses, I use it, but I also utilize Keynote (Mac). Instead of displaying a concept on the black board (as it is often covered by the screen) I have developed illustrations (similar to a Flash demonstration) in both that allow for a break-down of the particular concept I wish to demonstrate. This technique requires many hours for scripting, but once it is completed, I have had great success and compliments.
I also preplan the topics and use “teasers†when displaying the text. I just hate seeing all of the text on a slide, allowing everyone to see what is coming up next, and then losing them as they have already been exposed to the information that you want to provide in a controlled manner. It takes planning and practice to work it effectively, but I also utilize flipchart paper and 3 x 5 cards for student interaction.
Joy,
Sounds like you have a nice blend going between the two. This helps the students to reset their minds as you switch back and forth. These types of mini-breaks are important to keep students engaged.
Gary
Gary Meers, Ed.D.
I bounce between the two. I primarily present information via powerpoint, and then I explain confusing topics via the blackboard.
Ricardo,
As far as I know there is not a formula for this. The key is to find a balance between the two that keeps your students engaged in what you are saying and focused on the medium being used. By observing your students you will see when you need to make a change to recapture their interest.
Gary
Gary Meers, Ed.D.
