generalization
I always try to incorporate the new concept with application in the real world. I sometimes find that my perception of application does not always hit the target with the student because they have no reference point from the real world application. I have been trying to break down these points and give an actual practical example. I find they see this as more relevant.
John,
By approach delivery of content I mean customize how you deliver a lesson based upon the current needs of students such as the need for more specific examples or case studies. I would do this when I have a group of students that are lacking in extensive real world experiences so they need to develop and expand their critical thinking abilities. Beyond case studies maybe role playing or problem solving are ways to deliver the content or help students make application of the content. So delivery of content for 15-20 minutes then an activity that reinforces that content is an effective way to approach content delivery.
Gary
Gary Meers, Ed.D.
Sir,
could you elaborate more on what you said "how you need to approach the delivery of the content and what supports your students need"
Specifically, what do you mean by 'approach the delivery' of the content? When I think of generalization, I was thinking of relating the lesson to how they may use what I'm teaching, but I want to know more about your thoughts on this topic. I can see the value, and want to enhance what I'm doing currently. Thank you in advance.
That would be tough if they don't have the life experience to see how it applies to them in the real world. When I was in the Army the traditional approach to instruction/training was to lead in with a straightforward statement like, "As a (soldier with specific occupation) you will have to apply this during___ and it could save your life in combat." etc. Of course it generally did apply to them. I now teach students who are used to working at a certain level and don't necessarily view the next potential career path with enthusiasm because they don't see themselves enjoying it. My probably not so effective approach has been something like, it's inevitable, you will be working in those positions so you might as well learn how to be good at it. I think maybe the car salesman approach has the right answer, if we could apply sales techniques; positive images of themselves. Even if it's hard to make them see how the subject at hand relates to them, how can we bring a positive image to them so they will at least not shut it off? Guess a little creativity would help. Or maybe they really won't grasp any application until you get into it a little; convince them to give it a chance. get them associating something pleasant and positive with the class or subject.
i agree with this i allways try to see it from there side
Kisha,
Using this approach you can see how you need to approach the delivery of the content and what supports your students need.
Gary
Gary Meers, Ed.D.
yes you must put yourself in the student seat and base your instructions or lectures frome their point of view or ask how would they interpit this information.
