Class Time
Your learning environment, i.e. class is your domain that you are letting people into so that you can pass on your knowledge. You must be cognizant of the fact that no two people are the same, nor do they learn in the same way. Let yourself be more flexible in your delivery style and I think you will be pleasantly surprised at the response by your students.
JOHN,
By doing so you are increasing the engagement factor for students. They get to work in their learning preference area but also learn how to learn in other areas as well. This is good preparation for when they are in the workplace and have to take in information via other ways than those they prefer.
Gary
Gary Meers, Ed.D.
I couldn't agree more. There are as many different learning styles as there are students in your classroom. The more styles you use the more students you are able to reach.
Anna,
Consistency is making sure to follow the same policies and requirements as established in the beginning of the course. Varying teaching styles means you varying the delivery. For example, you may deliver part of the course content through case studies, lectures, role playing, small groups. This keeps the interest of the students as well as enables the course to move forward without the students becoming bored.
Gary
Gary Meers, Ed.D.
Isn't consistency important? If you are constantly varying your teaching style won't students be confused?
WILLIAM,
Great advice for instructors, especially those that are just starting their teaching careers. This is how instructional effectiveness is enhanced and refined.
Gary
Gary Meers, Ed.D.
