Reflection of teaching strategies used
- 1. Self reflection of teaching strategies used in the classroom
- 2. hello! I am Denisha Pelyhe I am a pre service educator and this is my reflection of some of the teaching strategies that I used in the classroom during a recent practicum.
- 3. 1. Setting Goals This is not something that I did initially with students but I quickly learnt that simply telling students what we are about to learn in the lesson is a highly effective way of focusing their attention on the key learning goal.
- 4. “It can be done simply by saying something along the lines of : “ Today we are going to learn about another 2D shape – triangles”
- 5. 2. structured lessons Students thrive on structure – especially in kindergarten. Having a simple lesson structure will keep the lesson progresing smoothly. The structure should include: ✘An effective introduction ✘A body ✘A conclusion that sums up learning and highlights key points
- 6. 3. Explicit teaching This is key to being a good teacher. I realised that vital information should be conveyed in simple, short, sharp lessons that align with students attention span.
- 7. 4. Using multiple exposures Through the use of ICT and other multiple exposures, students remain engaged and are more likely to remember content!
- 8. I must remember to say thanks when a student puts themselves out there and has a go instead of focusing only on the answer! ??Effective use of questioning?? This works in many ways. It serves as a formative assessment to gauge students funds of knowledge. It gets students thinking and also helps them remain focused and on task.
- 9. Note to self – remember to use differentiated teaching
- 10. Teaching strategies I would like to develop further Feedback – I would like to think of better ways to give students feedback Practice – improve on lesson timing and allow time for students to process Collaborative learning – I would like the opportunity to mix up student groups based on lessons
- 11. Thanks for reading my reflections on teaching strategies This presentation is a summary of my personal reflections of teaching strategies following my primary school experience. Prepered by Denisha Pelyhe 30 May 2019