Reflective Journal # 4
During the readings this
week there were several pieces of relevant information. This week focuses on
instruction and the different types there are. This week allows teachers to
know how important instruction and planning for the day can make a difference
to the student.
Reflection:
This
week the readings came from chapter 7 in Robert Slavin’s Education Psychology
book. In chapter 6 we focused on processing information and this week we are
focusing on instruction. The basis of this chapter allows teachers to
understand what direct instruction is and how to utilize the instruction. After
reading the information in the chapter there is information that was key to me.
I believe there is a difference between direct instruction and whole group
instruction. Before reading this chapter I thought direct instruction was the
same as whole group instruction. Direct instruction can be used as a whole
group instruction to introduce a new task.
There
are several different steps to take when dealing with direct instruction. The book
shares that the first point of instruction should be to state the learning
objectives. When stating the learning objectives this allows the students to
get a feel for what is about to be discussed. It is also good to bring up any
background knowledge present. In my classroom I want to know be able to allow
the students to relate to the subject. Being sure the students can relate
assist the students with the retention process. Throughout some point of the
lesson I will also conduct learning probes. These probes allow the teacher to
know just where the students are and how they have been learning and using the
information. Learning about instruction is very important and the information
need to be used to effectively teach and plan.
References:
Slavin, R. E. (2015).
Educational psychology: Theory and practice (11th ed.). Boston, MA:
Pearson Education.
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