Lecturing+-+Key+Concepts

Preparing Lectures: - Express clear objectives, create a solid outline/script for lecture - Include concise and relevant information ONLY - Use a variety of visual aids -Evaluate Audience -Research all sides of the argument -Focus your topicuser:Herbers4

Giving Lectures: - Express enthusiasm! (use gestures, a "hook" to begin lecture, etc.) - Be responsive (watch student engagement, use proximity to minimize distractions, etc.) - Indicate important information to include in student notes - BE ENTHUSIASTIC!!!!! - Be aware of your audience - Present all sides of an issue user:Herbers4

Direct Instruction Strategies: - Use handouts - Utilize visuals above and beyond PowerPoint (movie clips, etc.) - Include discussion of material covered, questions, etc. - Convey concise, focused material - Show relevance of lecture material for class as a whole - Review necessary prior knowledge - Check student understanding with frequent questions (formative assessment [BONUS POINTS]) - Provide independent practice through specific activities - Provide opportunities for student practice with the taught skill - Present new information in small chunks user:Herbers4 user:erinco1

user:gogal11 Preparing: outlines prepare visuals opportunities for interaction

Giving: implement note taking skills make it relatable talking with students, not at them

Strategies: think/pair/share little activities journal of thoughts and feelings question passing activity visuals/videos throughout