Students who just want answers
I have several students that really just want to know the answers vs understanding and learning the "why" behind the "what". Particularly before a test. What I teach has day to day applicability to the career path they have chosen. What is a good way to emphasize this point?
Amjad,
I have these students as well and I am always challenged internally when they asked these questions. I want them to see the value of what is being taught and how it applies to their career field and they just want to know what they have to study to past the next test. Your approach is helping them to see the ROI they are getting from being in the course and how there is more to learning than just the points on a test.
Gary
Gary Meers, Ed.D.
I have many students who ask me "what do i need to pass the test?" i.e. answers to specific questions. This is the way they passed tests in school; teachers teaching to the test. It is difficult to wean them off this approach. I try to show them the relevance of what they learn and how it applies when they will be working as sonographers
Jacob,
It is sad, but true, that 'cramming' for a test does produce results. It does not promote long-term understanding. I usually give a five (5) minute opening before any test and then let it go. My biochemistry professor said it best, based on how he designed his tests, 'I would let you use the text, but it wouldn't make a difference.'
Jacob,
From my perspective I would give them examples of application so they can see the relevance of what is being taught. This will give them more about the "why" because you will be showing them the "why" and how the "why" will be used once they are in the field.
Gary
Gary Meers, Ed.D.
