Teach in classroom
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This document discusses different teaching methods used in the classroom, including lectures and small group learning. Lectures are described as an efficient way for teachers to provide an overview and stimulate student interest, but they risk students merely memorizing facts without understanding. Small group learning is presented as more student-centered and promoting skills like problem-solving. Key factors for effective small group learning include the group size, preparation from both students and tutors, and ensuring adequate resources and feedback. The document also examines different learning and teaching styles to optimize instruction.
Teach in classroom
- 1. Teaching @ classroom Rajin Arora, MD, RTCOG, Dip in Med Ed (Dundee)
- 2. Advance organizer Learning theory How do we teach @ classroom? Lecture Small group learning.
- 4. “A lengthy monologue promoting memorization of factual information with little emphasis on understanding and application” JA Dent
- 5. “Process by which notes of a teacher become notes of a student without passing through the minds of either.” M O’Donnell
- 6. “No sleep is so deeply refreshing as that which, during lectures.” PB Medawar
- 8. Merits of lecture Overview Stimulate student’s interest Recent research development Case presentation Authoritative speaker Time/ Cost efficiency.
- 9. How to do effective lecture? Use concrete examples to illustrate abstract principles Give handouts of the lecture slides, with space to write notes Give handouts with partially completed diagrams and lists Use multiple activities along the way.
- 10. Adapted from Bligh, 2000
- 11. How to do effective lecture? Good presentation skills Use questions to guide and assess understanding Problem-oriented VS classical model “Say what you are going to say, say it and say what you have said” .
- 14. Merits of small group learning Student-centered learning Participation Sense of belonging Authentic to adult learning Deep learning Understanding Reflection Criticism.
- 15. Merits of small group learning Promote generic skills Problem solving Interpersonal Communication Social & team-working Presentation Professionalism Awareness of different views Attitude of tolerance.
- 19. Key success to small group Size 8-12 Tutor Facilitating skill Preparation Enthusiasm Student Preparation Participation Study skills.
- 20. Key success to small group Study guide development Resources Time Room Student/ tutor ratio Educational climate Feedback.
- 22. Buzz group
- 23. Group round
- 24. Fish bowl
- 25. Horseshoe groups
- 28. My small group sessions Seminar group round Student fills up study guide before class Case-based discussion @ class Contraceptive card game.
- 29. Grasha-Riechmann Learning Styles Competitive compete with other students Collaborative believe they can learn by sharing ideas and talents Avoidant uninterested and/or overwhelmed by what happens in class Participant eager to take part in class activities Dependent need structure and support Independent like to think for themselves and work alone. Grasha AF, 2002
- 30. Grasha Teaching Styles http://www.longleaf.net/teachingstyle.html Expert • transmitter of information Formal Authority • sets standards and defines acceptable ways of doing things Personal Model • teaches by illustration and direct example Facilitator • guides and directs by asking questions, exploring options, suggesting alternatives Delegator • develops students ability to function autonomously. Grasha AF, 2002
- 31. More opportunities to practice Clinical skills sessions Problem-based learning/ problem-solving sessions Clinical teaching sessions @ wards @ OPD @ community-based Support group For students For tutors.
- 32. “ Let’s practice! ”