1. Make sure students understand the directions. Whether it is visually, auditory or however they learn.
2. Show the students what the end project will look like.
3. Show the students on a graph, or checklist, or whatever works, that they are making progress. If a student has stalled at a certain point, it is a flag to me there is confusion and I need to help them out.
4. Every step can be broken down. Even if you think you cannot break down a step anymore, take time to think about it and find a way to break it down even more.
5. Patience, and encouragement every step of the way.
6. Flexibility, flexibility, flexibility! The best-laid plans don't always work. Then drop back 20 and punt. (Sarah's favorite - always good advice - especially good for Super Bowl weekend!)
Thanks Rhonda!
I think these strategies are fantastic. There are definitely something I need to keep in mind every time I teach
ReplyDeleteThanks for your comment. Do you have any teaching strategies you would like to share?
ReplyDeleteThese are great teaching strategies, Rhonda. I find the first one about making sure that the directions are well understood is key. Having a clear well written list of procedures with plenty of information to go along with the directions/instructions go a long way.
ReplyDeleteYour strategies emphasize the need for patience and persistence. I appreciate that.
Remembering to provide all important information (directions would be very important) addressing the various learning styles (Visual
ReplyDeleteAuditory, Kinesthetic) is so very important when instructing learners of all ages and all abilities!