EDUC105 Lecture Notes - Lecture 4: Golf Ball, Visuddhimagga, Phonics
21 Aug 2018
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Pbl: as for inquiry learning but real world" or authentic problems. Overview: inquiry learning and problem-based learning, discovery learning or exploration practice , direct instruction key features of theory, explicit explanations given. The how: activities and procedures: teacher guides practice (feedback critical) Exploration/finding patterns/ see what you can make/ what is your prediction: independent practice (high success rate critical) Yr 6 science class on matter: direct instruction. Teacher goes through e. g. powerpoint on matter. Class demonstration by teaching using stream, water and ice. Q & a to ensure retention: inquiry learning. Students share ideas and experiment in groups. Teacher prompted if needed (e. g. size? temp?) Can be timely and difficult to set up. Groups do not always cooperate or collaborate well: need to pick groups carefully, taking into consideration ability and personality. Teachers report a lack of confidence in approach: theoretical criticisms. Novices and special need students especially affected difficult to self-regulate learning]
