Integration of the classic and new teaching methods is successful as well.
That is the key to today's students
Using multimedia to reach out to students.
I have had good success with putting my students in small groups and have them teach eachother.
I mentioned in a previous forum. I have always used "written" tests to assess knowledge. The Gen Y'ers have really responded positively to changing over to a computerized testing format.
I have incorporated more technology in the classroom..this includes the students bringing in their own devices.
My strategies are to include as much technology and activities as possible. I have the students work in small groups doing power point presentations that involve searching the internet.
I have found that using audio/visual technology in short segments with brief Q & A segments before taking a break. After break a brief discussion of what the last segment main points were before continuing with the audio/visual. My biggest problem is with the instant gratification and sense of entitlement just because they paid for the course. The work ethic is vastly different.
always be a good listener and give well thught out answers, because if you are trying to give them some kind of BS answers they will call you out on this. be honest and straight forward. that they deserve.
Jamie,
yes giving them a voice & say in the process & allowing them to contribute does seem to be very engaging for this generation.
Ryan Meers, Ph.D.
I don't worry about this because during class no cell phone or technology devices are aloud out. All cell phones are on vibrate and put away. Time is made for this 1 day a week.
The strategies that I have used for them is inclusion, allowing them to come up with some of the test question. Having them work in groups and once a week talks about the latest in technology and having extra credit regarding it.Who has the best phone and name some features on the phone that everyone may not know about. It is helpful to me as well I have learned alot. The best part with out them evening realizing this is what I am doing engaging in conversation.
Sean,
yes the more variety we can incporporate into our lessons/classes the more engaged the students will be.
Ryan Meers, Ph.D.
Blended learning strategies such as. Computer based curriculum, lab instruction and light lecture threoughout the day.
Constant stimulation. I have the best outcomes when the class is moving non-stop. I walk around the room, include field related stories or experiences, pass around demonstation parts, take things apart, draw diagrams on the board, and the list goes on. If you stop moving, you lose their attention.
I find that very helpful, Lloyd. Ive noticed that it takes hands on activities and learning experience rather than book work to get their attention.
I find it odd that we need to be aware of how different people "like" to learn but when taking this/these courses you are forced to read through pages and pages of information. and audio book format would be nice........
Keegan,
yes, the connection to "real life" is a powerful motivator for learning with this generation, the more we can do it I believe the more attentive they will be.
Ryan Meers, Ph.D.
Whenever I can I incorporate demonstrations and hands on activities to keep them interested and motivated.
I like to ask them a lot of experiential questions. Such as "have you seen any examples of this in your life?" and give time for responses. I show many video and picture references and allow them to bring in their own to share
