Hi Rajini,
This method really helps as you mention with the retention of content because they first learn it and them demonstrate it. This is a two time approach to learning which results in just what you mentioned--motivation and self satisfaction. Well done.
Gary
When I ask the students to demonstrate the skills (which they have practiced in skills lab) in a real live situation & even though they are nervous while performing 1st time, & they obatain immediate results, it actually increases their motivation & self satisfaction.
I do! Especially in gen ed courses where the specific connection to their career program may not always be clear in the minds of the students. By connecting the gen ed skills to career specific performance, students aren't left wondering "why do I have to take this class?".
Shelby,
I echo much of what has already been said. I really think that using myself as an example, how I accomplish the tasks that I'm asking my students to perform provides a concrete example that they can see. It's something I'm familiar with, so if they have questions they can ask away and I can easily elaborate. That being said, I'm always careful to point out that this is just "my way" of doing things. That there are several other approaches that will work just as well, and what I want them to do is to learn from my experience, the experiences of others, and to find a process that works best for them.
Michael
I always give them a personal experience on how I do it in my office or studio. Applying this is extremely important for a class.
Hi Shelby,
I agree in a big way with showing students application and relevancy to what they are studying. This is the connecting of content with their lives. The more they see it and apply it the more excited they become about what they are learning. This leads to increase retention and student satisfaction.
Gary
