Ask students questions about what they think caused the situation they are viewing.
Prepare headings on individual sheets before class as a way to structure instruction.
Each sheet of paper should contain one main idea, sketch, or theme.
Make sure the image is focused correctly and check occasionally that the image is aligned with the screen.
Create opportunities for students to analyse and comment on the model. This increases their understanding of the relationships between different inputs and rates.
Use and vary the colour. Also, check from a distance to make sure the colours work well and are not distracting.
Write clearly and legibly. Use large letters and be sure those in the back can see.
Create opportunities for students to touch the model as appropriate.
Make your students create their own model / object.
Structure your work. You can use headings, coloured pens, circles, underlining and different styles of writing (block letters, all caps, etc.) to help students see different sections and concepts.
Avoid trying to support too many concepts with the same photograph as this can become confusing for students.
Give your students time to take notes. Pause periodically to let them reflect, to ask questions, or simply to copy down what you have done.
Use “bullet points” rather than full paragraphs. You will avoid falling into the trap of reading to your class. This also helps students take notes in outline form.
Bring local images familiar to students into the classroom to make instruction more real.
Completed sheets can be hung around the room for reference at later times.
