PSYC 2060 Lecture Notes - Lecture 7: Direct Instruction, Microsoft Powerpoint, Question Answering
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How we deliver academic content determines the extent to which students learn the content. Teacher-directed approach to instruction in which the teacher transmits info directly and explicitly to the students; Particularly appropriate for teaching a well defined body of information or skills that all students must master. Lesson are scripted so teachers don"t miss key information. Some lessons are scripted as to be carefully sequenced. State learning objectives and orient students to the lesson. Teachers who spend more time planning lessons produce better student outcomes than teachers who spend less time. Lesson planning begins with a set of expectations. What information should students know at the end of the lesson. How much time will be needed to reach the objective. What books, materials, and media support the teacher will provide, What instructional methods and participation structures will be used. Mental set-student"s attitude of readiness to begin a lesson; can be established several ways:
