Jerrod,
Thank you for sharing this example with us of how you use graphic organizers. They are such a valuable resource for both students and teachers.
Gary
Gary Meers, Ed.D.
I use graphic organizers to help students comprehend abstract numerical concepts and to show the linkage between actions and outcomes over large periods of time.
Fordham,
Well said. Repetition is a powerful teaching and learning tool. The more they hear and apply the greater the retention will be.
Gary
Gary Meers, Ed.D.
Repeat, repeat and repeat in different forms.
I learned that last week. They enjoy seeing exactly what one is saying.
Gary,
I think this is a very good approach to use since it moves the learners to the content you are wanting them to see and then acquire as a part of the learning process.
Gary
Gary Meers, Ed.D.
I'm more of a guided note type of learner and instructor. I would try the cycle organizer to guide them step by step through the information being presented.
LaTonya,
This is a good way to engage students and hold them responsible for the learning process. By having them complete diagrams you are showing them the learning pathway and then they are collecting information and putting it into their notes for future use.
Gary
Gary Meers, Ed.D.
I think that visual aids will allow students to retain the information learned. There are a lot of diagrams in medical terminology that students have to learn, I give them blank copies of the diagrams so they can make notations and label them.
Andrew,
This is a great idea for illustrating to students how the parts of the ignition module come together. I am sure by using these maps your students have a more graphic picture in their minds of how the ignition system works.
Gary
Gary Meers, Ed.D.
I use bubble maps to identify the needs of an ignition module and to test for those needs.
I use them specially to organized processes and information that needs to be shown in a specific sequence, it is definitely better than putting just text.
Gerald,
I use guided notes which is an outline of the key points with supporting points that the students fill in under these main points. They work well in helping the students to see what they need to understand and internalize. You might want to try this approach again as it does keep the students engaged throughout the class sessions.
Gary
Gary Meers, Ed.D.
At our school we used work sheets with blanks for students to fill in key words as we work through a power point. We stopped using them and i have noticed that students fall asleep or become easily distracted i am going to try this method again to see if things change
William,
Thank you for these comments about the value of graphic organizers. These are the benefits I have gotten from using them with my students and why they are a part of each of my classes.
Gary
Gary Meers, Ed.D.
Graphic organizers help to stimulate discussions on the content. This creates an environment of active comunication. This helps to ensure that everyone is on the same page.
Graphic Organizers are useful in assistance with isolating important information that students need to recall. It can also help visually understand written subject matter, and help for easier recollection.
the use of graphic organizers help students to organize their learning efforts in three simple ways. First, it can be used to isolate important information from the instruction. Secondly, it can be used to organize the presented information into a format that is easier to comprehend. Thirdly, it can help integrate the new information with other instruction’s content.
Paula,
This is a good point because it is often challenging for students to see how the parts fit together to complete the big picture of a project, object or procedure. A graphic organizer can help in showing this students so they can see what their contributions are to the successful completion of the effort.
Gary
Gary Meers, Ed.D.
Graphic organizers can help students organize their learning efforts by helping them pull together new content and previous knowledge. This is very important when addressing concepts that build and must be mastered on a lower level.
