5. There are 4 steps in learning D.I.A.R. Desire- First we have to WANT to know something. Information- Then we have to OBTAIN the information about the subject. Assimilation- Then we have to UNDERSTAND the information. Repetition- Then we have to PRACTICE—either by using the theory or the practical applications—until we have it mastered.
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7. Teaching methods must be appropriate for the type of lesson and the types of learners in the classroom.
12. Demonstration is used to clarify and instill the underlying theory of a procedure into the minds of the learners.
13. The 6 P’s are critical to demonstrations. Proper preparation and planning promote positive performance.
14. It also requires to take necessary steps to ensure that it is effective and that objectives are met.Preparation- It includes identifying the objectives of the lessons. It also involves gathering and organizing materials and tools necessary. Demonstration- Avoid distractions, perform demonstration at an appropriate speed. Question students during the demonstration to verify their understanding. Do not pass around any objects around during a demonstration. Practice or Application- After a demonstration has been completed, students must have the opportunity to practice as soon as possible. Use the same implements as the instructor used during the demonstration. Evaluation or Assessment- Closely supervise student practice of a skill and evaluate their performance. Give immediate feedback.
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16. Include a supply list of what you will need during your presentation.
17. Type your outline, print and keep in your Learning Binder. Place it in a sheet protector.Now practice giving your demonstration! Have someone you know be your student. Remember practice makes PERMANENT!
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19. Tips for group discovery and learning:Avoid interrupting learners and groups when at work. Provide ample time. Ensure that activity is based on problems or questions that are solvable. Allow for differences of opinions among learners.
27. The mind thinks in pictures of images when the right brain is more active than the left.
28. People can retain in their short-term memory an average of seven “bits” of information, with a variation of two.
29. Encourage learners to develop and create their own window panes for any subject with which they are struggling. Never use more than 1 image per square.
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32. It also encourages the students to explore the marketplace and discover various aspects of the career path they have chosen.
44. Mind mapping has proved more effective than the linear form of note taking taught in traditional education.
45. The map lays out the relative importance of each idea or element of the subject matter.
46. Mind mapping is nothing more than putting ideas on paper using headings, color, drawings, symbols, and connecting elements to identify relationships between concepts, topics, or ideas.
51. There are steps that increase the effectiveness of peer coaching.Assign learners to work in pairs. Learners can be of comparable ability or a more advanced students can be paired with a student who is progressing at a lesser rate. Prepare instructional materials appropriate for the area that needs improvement. Provide training to the student coaches. Monitor learning by observing, answering questions, and intervening when necessary. Monitor and assess the compatibility of the team. Can reassign the team.
66. Great for mental and physical breaks.Activity Directions Create a small list of energizers you could use in your future classroom. If you need help, search online. There are so many ideas that would be great for an adult classroom. Type your list, print and keep in your learning binder.