Large Class Methods
Efficiently delivers content to all students in a large group and gives the teacher control over the learning environment
Advantages of lectures
Most commonly used teaching method in graduate programs
Discussion
Types of learning contracts
team learning, course learning, clinical learning, individual learning
3 domains of learning
Cognitive, affective, psychomotor
Pictures, words, and diagrams are linked to make connections of ideas
Mind mapping concept map
Most students see this teaching method as positive and motivational; Provides immediate feedback and allows the teacher to assess what has been learned
Educational Games
Form of experiential learning that supports the cognitive, psychomotor, and affective domains
What is simulation-based learning?
Increases self-awareness and enhances learning
Reflection
Action and reflection
What are the similarities and differences amongst "x" and "y" concepts?
Example of analogy questioning
Describe Socratic Inquiry
Form of questioning that assists learners in unveiling their own knowledge, make connections, evaluate ideas, appraise evidence, and reflect
What makes a case study effective?
It needs to be realistic, relevant, facilitate engagement, and offer a cognitive challenge.
A simple plan that many students find as a harder way to learn
Reading
What is the most important aspect to consider when selecting a teaching method?
Knowing if the method will assist the learners in achieving learning outcomes and competencies
The students discussion response is incomplete. How should you, as the teacher, respond?
Ask a question that encourages the student to provide more content.
What are the benefits of narrative/storytelling?
Promotes awareness through story characters, engagement, and application to clinical context
How long should lecture content be divided for teaching to be an effective teaching method?
15 minutes or less
This method requires multiple competencies and is important for students to use to communicate with both patients and colleagues
Writing
Resources to consider when selecting teaching methods
Time, space, staff support, technology, and materials
A student provides a correct answer to a discussion, but there are multiple correct answers. How should you, as the teacher, respond?
Encourage other students to add to the response, and do not suggest that only one answer is correct.
What are disadvantages to using film for a teaching method?
The students may make unsupported conclusions and may not have the chance to ask questions like in an interactive practice activity
What are the phases of team-based learning?
Preparation, readiness assurance, and application of concepts
How long should a RLO be? What can it include?
2-15 minutes; objectives, content, interactive learning activities, animations, narrations, images, self-assessments, and feedback tools
What is backward design in relation to teaching methods?
It entails focusing on expected outcomes and how students learn first before planning learning activities or choosing a teaching method.
The instructor has had limited interaction in her lectures. How can she create more effective lectures?
Subdivide content in 15 minute or shorter content segments, intertwine learning activities into the lecture, use attention grabbers, use visuals, and engage students in recapping content