I usually have my students write a paragraph so that they apply what I explained in a lecture. For example, if I'm discussing description, I'll have them leave classroom for a bit to find a drawing or painting and describe it in detail.
I like the idea of the one minute papers. This provides the student and instructor the ability to understand what the student is learning plus give the student a chance to write down questions that that might now want to ask during class.
Hi John - I really liked your idea of the questionaire to use as they view films! It is bound to have an effect on the projects that they produce themselves. Best wishes for continued success in your teaching career. Susan
Hi Charity- Thanks for your post to the forum. I hope that you will find using CATs valuable! Best wishes for continued success in your teaching career. Susan
I am interested in trying some of these techniques this upcoming quarter. In the Internship class that I teach, the students have to turn in a journal entry each week. This helps me keep up with their enthusiasm, frustration, success, or boredom with their internship. I have also found that on some of my exams I will ask an opinionated question that will let me know what they gained from some of the labs we do.
Hello Susan,
I teach Film Production. Within my curriculum I cover a variety of disciplines required to effectively execute a story. I ask them to watch a movie of their choosing while pausing it, as necessary, and answering a questionnaire I have provided to them. The questionnaire helps me evaluate their understanding of the medium as well as causes them to think more about the viewing experience on a visceral rather than intellectual level, which is actually happening subconsciously. I continue this exercise throughout the session as they produce their own projects to see if they are incorporating the principles of good story telling. So far it seems to be working quite well.
Johnny
I have not actually tried this technique yet, but am very interested in implimenting in my classes.
Hi Connie- Thanks for your post to the forum. I'm glad that you liked the "Minute paper" idea and know that you will find it useful! Best wishes for continued success in your teaching career. Susan
This is an excellent opportunity to involve the students in what has gone on in class and help keep on target of learning objectives. I especailly like the ideal of having them briefly write what they have gotten out of a particular lesson.
When we cover weekly problems, I try to have the students tell me the answers. This way, I can judge how well the students know the topic and how many students did the work.
This is excellent information--can't wait to incorporate it into my class and get more feedback from students.
I do this also. Its a good way to see if the students can take what they have learned and apply it.
Presenting them at the beginning of class to review the last class info
It would help asses student when doing hands on activities
I like using the one-minute papers. They do not take long, and often are very informative. I am constantly amazed at what the students actually hear from me in class. I am also often disappointed to discover that they just didn't get what I was trying to teach. By doing this quick assessment, I am also able to let my students know whether they are part of a larger group, or just need some additional concentration on the topic. CATs make me humble.
Hi Jennifer - Thanks for your post to the forum. An additional benefit of using CATs at the end of class is that it gives us immediated feedback on what the students have understood and what they are still foggy on. Then, before we start on new material in the next class, we can review what they have not gotten. Best wishes for continued success in your teaching career. Susan
I do this as well. By doing this, it really emphasizes the importance of the material that was covered in lecture.
I like to use practical evaluations after I give software demonstrations in order to asses if they understood what I said.
I like to use practical evaluations after I give software demonstrations in order to asses if they understood what I said.
I do the same thing, John. I find it more effective and time efficient than simply shooting quizzes at them periodically. It helps to hold their interest with variety and provides an opportunity to recognize various learning styles. I also find that the variety is an effective way for the students to learn from each other.
