Introduction

Welcome to the University Faculty teaching workshop! During this session, we will discuss various teaching strategies and their effectiveness in different learning settings. We will be covering assessment, differentiation, questioning, and various lesson plans. We will share our ideas and learn from each other’s experiences. By the end of this session, you should have an idea of how to best apply teaching skills to your setting.

Lesson Plan

Goal: Staff to understand how to teach effectively Teach the following:

1. Differentiation – Explain different instructional approaches according to student needs and learning styles.

Resources: - Video: “Differentiating Instruction in the Classroom,” https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YcaGudHIRxg - Worksheet: “Creating a Differentiated Classroom Environment,” https://educationnorthwest.org/system/files/Creating%20a%20Differentiated%20Classroom%20Environment.pdf

1. Assessment – Discuss various methods of assessment including formative and summative assessment.

Resources: - Video: “Formative and Summative Assessment,” https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NaK9pLdOJmE - Worksheet: “Formative and Summative Assessment in the Classroom,” https://bit.ly/3d0iQlT

1. Questioning – Demonstrate how to create effective, open-ended questions that will engage students.

Resources: - Video: “Effective Questioning Techniques in the Classroom,” https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v6lKzGc5U5k - Worksheet: “Tips for Structuring Effective Questions,” https://bit.ly/2OLjKc6

1. Constructivist Teaching Strategies – Introduce various activities and strategies to foster constructivist learning.

Resources: - Video: “Constructivist Teaching Strategies” https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sqYqP9Ijxn0 - Worksheet: “Constructivist Teaching Activities,” https://bit.ly/3pYayfX

Assessment

Once each lesson has been taught, allow staff to test their understanding of the material with a quick individual or group assessment focusing on the main points of the lesson.

Differentiation

Differentiation will be a major focus throughout the entire workshop, but staff should be encouraged to identify different learning styles in their own students and work to accommodate them.

Questioning

At the start of each lesson, use open-ended questions to evaluate the staff’s understanding of the material. Make sure to ask more than one question per lesson to cover each of the key points.

Plenary

At the end of the workshop, provide time for staff to share their experiences with the material and ask any remaining questions. Encourage them to discuss how they will apply their new understanding of teaching skills in their classrooms.