Teaching StylesOnline version Different styles and their descriptions by Gabriela Berto 1 Facilitator 2 Developer 3 Nurturer 4 Controller 5 Transmitter Perhaps the most important role the teacher has to play. The success of many activities depends on good organisation, structure and on the students knowing exactly what they are to do and how to do it. Giving instructions is vital in this role as well as setting up and guiding activities. Group Work Treasure Hunts Teachers adapt their knowledge to learners’ ways of understanding by asking questions and giving them time to think and reason before answering. Rather than reproducing their teacher’s views, students should construct their own understanding. In other words, less (telling) means more (learning). Creativity Debates Problem Solving Activities Strategies used are getting to know students, consistently listening and responding to emotional as well as intellectual needs and working with permeable role boundaries. Teachers provide clear expectations and goals for learners and while assessing, they consider individual growth and achievements. Icebreakers Praise Learners Set Expectations Build Confidence Exemplifies the qualities of teacher fronted classroom. Takes control, tells students things, organises drills and reads out loud. The teacher may assume this role when new content is being introduced and accurate reproduction is needed. Set time limits Read Aloud The teacher is the master of the content and passes the knowledge to students. They usually spend too much time talking and focus on the content rather than the learner. They make the most of class time and deliver well-organised lectures. Show & Tell technique
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