PSYC 2060 Chapter : Ch 7 Notes
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Direct instruction: used to describe lessons in which you transmit information directly to students. The most predominantly used method in teaching and most effective way to teach students. Appropriate for teaching a well-defined body of information or skills that all students must master. Allowing students to practice their new knowledge and skills. **this is essential to direct instruction lessons at any grade level and in any subject. 1st: state learning objects and orient the students to the lesson (review the prerequisites) 2nd: tell the students what they will be learning and what is performance is expected of them. 3rd: eager to learn by wetting their appetites. Present new material and teach each lesson by: Learning probe- way of determining whether your students are getting it or not; asking a question. This helps with assess their level if understanding or helping clarify and correct their misunderstanding.
