Planning really really well
I have found that when you plan really well for a topic, you find that you actually have more material than you need. The "say-do-watch" approach works in my environment, where the instructor says/lectures "briefly" about a topic, then does/demonstrates it so that students can see how it works, then watches the students duplicate the demonstration to satisfy the kinethetic part of the learning process. This not only takes up time, but also allows the students to quickly realize what they have learned.
Using this approach to lesson planning can help with lessening instructor anxiety.
I am a firm believer in planning. I live by the motto "Plan your Work and Work your Plan". It teaches the students organization and prioritizing as well.
Hi Ronald,
I think this is a good approach as well:
Tell them what you are going to do
Do it
Tell them what you just did
Patricia
I like the Say-do-Watch approach
Ray, this approach would work well in any classroom enviornment! My experience is that you must be prepared but also be flexible enough to keep students from becoming bored. Your technique certainly would seem to keep students interested especially if they know ahead of time that they must demonstrate the taught skill. I like it and plan on using it for a few of my theory heavy classes! Thank you.
Hi Ray,
The "say-do-watch" approach is extremely effective. It reaches various type of learners.
Patricia
