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I teach massage therapy and i often find that after my demos my students have that overwhelmed look. I have tried giving them smaller portions of info, but feel they miss the flow of the tech. Anyone have any suggestions?
Michael,
Can you give them an overview of the technique and then segment the process into smaller units for them to be lectured on and then practice? This way they won't be taken out of the flow but will be able to internalize the content that has just been shared.
Gary
Gary Meers, Ed.D.
I teach students in a clinic situation with patients in the operatories. When challenging learning objectives arise, I recommend the student and I take a break away from the patient and review the learning objective. This may come in the form of a drawing, text book or other device. I have had good results with this method.
Teaching Mathematics I always start and end with the "overwhelmed look". However, I just stay confident and continue to reassure my students that I do a pretty good job of communicating the content in a way that everyone can understand no matter how they learn. Their preconceived notions about mathematics make them apprehensive but once they have had a few lectures with me they realize I'm dedicated to making the content understandable. I think that's important; for the students to feel the instructor will use a strategy that works best for me or keep trying until they find one. I know this is not my background but is there any other strategies you can use for your demos besides spreading out the info.?
Katrina,
Good ideas. Thank you for sharing them with us. I teach a gen ed required course so I can really relate to what you are saying about math. When I am able to show them how my content can be applied to their own lives and is relevant to their career success then they start to become engaged and focused on what we are studying.
Gary
Gary Meers, Ed.D.
