Test 2 (notes) Flashcards
What does following procedures do?
Saves time
Helps maintain control
Reduces unnecessary questions
Helps establish an impartial classroom
What should you do on the first day?
Be friendly
Let them know you care
What are the benefits of being on time?
Students learn self-discipline
Christian example of dependability
How do you take attendance?
Don’t waste class time
Take during homeroom (high school) or lunch (elementary)
What are some considerations to make when seating students and desk policies?
Empty seats should be at the back of the room
Check desks for marks at the beginning - spot check
Keep aisles clear
Check with veteran teachers
What are some things to keep in mind about room appearance?
The room is a reflection of you
Cooperate w/Sunday School teachers if the room has dual use
Clean every day
Have neat & colorful bulletin boards
How do you dismiss class?
You dismiss class
End on time
T/F: You should always give homework, even if it’s just “busy work”
False: If you are not going to use it, do not assign it!
What are your responsibilities as a teacher concerning homework?
- Show importance
- Have variety (verbal, chalkboard, assignment sheet, webpage)
- Anticipate problems
- Require neat, accurate work
- Demand that work be on time
- Suggest available resources to help students
- Check all
What are the students responsibilities concerning homework?
- Understanding the assignment before leaving
- Set time for study
- Assume responsibility
- Study every day
- Utilize study helps and resources
- Study efficiently
What are some cautions concerning homework?
Learning and homework go together if you explain it.
Do not let your homework become busy work.
What are the advantages of the lecture method?
Introduce material not accessible to the learner
Selection and arrangement of subject matter
Spoken word more effective than the printed page
Personality of the teacher is stronger force than text
Teacher can deal with a larger class
90% of communication is…
not what you say but how you say it
Lecture method fails when the teacher lacks _____.
skill in presenting
How can the oral presentation of material be made most effective?
Content
Presentation
What is the largest single activity of giving a lecture?
Acquiring and prepping content
What are the consequences of not preparing?
Unsure of yourself
Lecture does not fit in allotted time
Material seems confused, jumbled, and disjointed
Relevant material overlooked
False or misleading information presented
What is the structure of a lecture?
Intro (10%)
Main Body (75%)
Conclusion (15%)
What things should you keep in mind about your presentation?
Visual Aids
Appearance
Body Language
Eye Contact
Movement
Voice
Things to keep in mind about Visual Aids
should be professional
use them well
Things to keep in mind about your Appearance
Look smart and be professional
Dress up rather than down
Avoid distracting items
Your face and hair are most important
Things to keep in mind about Body Language
Move and carry yourself boldly and confidently
Alway smile
Be yourself
Things to keep in mind about your Voice
Low and Slow
Lecture Checklist
Involve your audience
Vary your pace
Use your voice
Use visual aids
Use humor
Comfortable physical conditions
Teach in an informal and intimate way
Students held accountable
What is motivating a student?
Convincing the student that he’s always wanted to learn something that he never knew he wanted to learn.
Do you motivate students individually or as a group?
Individually; you will never motivate students as a group.
What are some basic human motivators?
- personal gain
- prestige
- pleasure in work
- security
- convenience
- peer pressure
- fear
What are some spiritual motivators?
- desire to please God
- desire to be Biblically right
- clear conscience
What are the characteristics of a motivating teacher?
- Enjoys the class
- Mixes hard work with achievement and enjoyment.
- Is someone the students desire to please.
- Has a sense of humor.
- Shows the students that he/she cares by actions and listening.
- Gives the occasional encouraging word.
- Presents the materials in various ways.
- Stimulates their curiosity and shows importance of the subject.
- Acts with enthusiasm and teaches with passion.
- Gives the slow student a taste of success.
- Always positive.
How do you motivate?
Spring in your step
Positive attitude
Do others know your mood?
What are your tools of motivation?
Eyes
Face
Verbal
Physical
Parents
Test notes
What are some tangible ways to motivate students?
Stickers
Certificates
Stuffed Animals
Time in Back of Room
Colored Pencils
Hats
Picture Frame
Clubs for tests
Homework Pass
Quiz Pass
Motivation should be…
Intrinsic (internal; self-motivated)
Extrinsic (tangible items)
