Students have different preferences when it comes to the teaching style their professors use. Increasingly I’ve been moving toward a more interactive, student-focused approach, which includes less lecturing. Based on this recent Chronicle article, I guess I can call myself a “flipper.” (Thanks to Bill Katip for drawing my attention to the article.) As the piece points out, “Some students enjoy the "flipped" lectures that require them to help one another understand the material. Others resent being forced to work in groups.” From my perspective, these types of approaches seem to connect well with students overall. Thoughts anyone?It Turns out I'm a "Flipper"
Students have different preferences when it comes to the teaching style their professors use. Increasingly I’ve been moving toward a more interactive, student-focused approach, which includes less lecturing. Based on this recent Chronicle article, I guess I can call myself a “flipper.” (Thanks to Bill Katip for drawing my attention to the article.) As the piece points out, “Some students enjoy the "flipped" lectures that require them to help one another understand the material. Others resent being forced to work in groups.” From my perspective, these types of approaches seem to connect well with students overall. Thoughts anyone?
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Dr. J, I have always enjoyed your lecturing in class, but I have not always enjoyed the "group time". For me as a student, I have never liked group time and being forced to learn the material through others. It's not that I do not see a positive aspect to discussion among a group, I am just more of a loan wolf learner. I tend not to trust others when it comes to my grades, and I prefer to do my own work. I know my own abilities and should I get a lesser grade than I wanted, then it is only my fault. I can't say what your teaching style has evolved into this year, but in the past it has been well balanced to suit all types of learners. I think the ideal classroom environment would utilize both lecturing and group discussion. Not necessarily 50/50, but maybe more 60/40 or 65/35.
ReplyDeleteThanks Will. I agree that a nice balance of various styles is often the most effective!
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