Read the information and say which of the teaching styles do you think are most challenging, effective, time-consuming or exhaustive? Why?

TEACHING STYLESIAPPROACHES

Where’s the innovation in the classroom, students should be better prepared for the current world because they observe and think and should ask deeper questions and should demand more complex answers of the old guard. In the past, a very rigid lecture system was utilized, especially in higher education. However, not all students are able to profit from it. “I tell you or show you what you are to learn, you will 'learn it' [memorize] and 'retell it’ [repeat verbatim]”.

TEACHER AS A LISTENER [affective learning environment]

- encourages learner to express needs.

- utilizes concrete experiences.

- assures that every student is heard.

- prefers students to talk / communicate.

- seeks practical relevant tasks and ideas.

- “goes with the flow” - adapts / adjusts.

- considers/aware of non-verbal responses and student’s involvement/ actions/ progress.

- reveals own experiences / emotions / feelings.

- teacher is accessible and empathetic to all students and accept differences.

- teacher is interested in students’ opinions!

TEACHER AS AN INTERPRETER [symbolic learning environment]

- utilizes abstract concepts / ideas.

- proposes “learning” [memorization] rules, axioms, vocabulary for mastery.

- attempts to connect the past to present.

- stresses theories and events.

- encourages generalizations.

- lectures with well-constructed interpretations. Students must have thorough knowledge of all essential facts, terms, and objectives.

- uses case studies and formal readings.

- presents objective data and own thoughts.

- shares ideas but not feelings/emotions.

TEACHER AS A DIRECTOR [perceptual learning environment]

- utilizes 'reflective’ observations.

- gives all directions/examples.

- is final judge on topics and methods.

- has outline, notes, organized lectures.

- directs all classroom learning.

- announces agenda / schedule / rules.

- is time-conscious and sticks to a schedule.

- always has contingency plans for any changes in the schedule (PLAN B).

- remains on a linear path / no detours.

- evaluates with objective criteria => tests. T limits [controls] student participation.

TEACHER AS A COACH [relevant- life preparation- environment]

- develops practical applications.

- encourages the active experimenter.

- students evaluate their own progress.

- involves students in activities/discussions.

- wants Students to interact with others.

- encourages students questions. Students are also considered resources.

- helps Students express/verbalize.

- urges/draws upon group strengths.

- is facilitator making experiences more comfortable and meaningful for students.

- Activities/projects/problems are from life.

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