using the four teaching methods will cover all students
The program that I teach in actually discusses and has the students take an intelligence test so the first day of class being that I have had small classes I ask the students if they recall their test results. I try and format my teaching toward the variety of students and explain how each method is easier for some than others. That being said I think an important point is to expose the students to the various teaching/learning methods because they may not always be in an environment catering to their intelligence preferences.
Anne,
Like the use of the word "teach" instead of student presentation. I think this word change sends a signal to the students that they are not only sharing content but also teaching how it can be used. This increases the value of their presentations to the class since they are showing application and relevancy in what they are discussing.
Gary
Gary Meers, Ed.D.
with multiple intelligences I find that letting the students "teach" is a way to increase class participation, pique their interest and challenge them to meet the bar raised by their fellow classmates. I used the term "teach" instead of student presentations because I feel this a way of getting the class further involved with their education rather than totally depend on the instructor. So far I have had great results.
Anna Marie,
Yes it does because you are able to tailor your instruction to appeal to the different learning preferences.
Gary
Gary Meers, Ed.D.
Understanding multiple intelligences aids in the planning of effective lessons.
Cheryl,
Student engagement is essential if learning success is going to occur. The more we can enhance engagement the greater student satisfaction there will be.
Gary
Gary Meers, Ed.D.
learning should be fun, but engaging every student is also important for the students to see themselves in the work environment actually using the information and knowledge
Mary,
A good time for students to demonstrate what they have learned. By asking questions and providing information they start to see that they are learning a lot in the course.
Gary
Gary Meers, Ed.D.
Using class discussion keeps the students focused on the lecture material
By understanding the multiple intelligences present in each student,I can vary my instructional methods to be able to provide the majority of my students with the best possible delivery of the course information.
it opens the door for a variety of lecture options... ie... power point, hands on demonstration, video or researching a topic... we try to utilize each aspect w/ in a modular assignment to allow for each student a different method of learning the material.
Understanding different aspects of intelligence allows me to introduce new materials and techniques in teaching students.
Jean Claude M,
Sounds like a comprehensive and varied instructional delivery format. I am sure your students stay engaged as a result of the variety of experiences you are offering them in your courses.
Gary
Gary Meers, Ed.D.
To reach all preferences I divide my 4 hours class in a power point projection of the objectives and the content of the chapters. I make a lecture on the subject with graphic. I project a audio-video on the application. I make a summary about what we saw. We practice the knowledge.
Cynthia,
So true. With variety the course will fall into a routine that will not engage the students and this leads to a lack of content retention very quickly.
Gary
Gary Meers, Ed.D.
Richard,
Right you are in how you have laid out this approach. The variety of instruction will enable the different intelligences to shine at different times in the course while everyone is moving toward achieving the course goals.
Gary
Gary Meers, Ed.D.
It is essential to use diverse methods for teaching and greater interactivity
To teach multiple Intelligences you have to get to know your students. You have to determine which intelligences your students are using to teach them correctly. Also to be most effective in they're learning ablities
This understanding will require a diverse range of instruction offered at different times throughout the course. Course content will have to be presented with varied objectives and strategies to reach all students.
