Techniques of Teaching

Teachers encompass a wide range of instructional techniques, activities, and procedures designed to help students. Each teacher has his or her own preferences of what strategies they prefer. Every class will be different and the teacher will always need to vary the techniques in order to reach each individual learner. Three teaching styles I prefer include brainstorming, active learning, and critical and creative thinking skills.

Brainstorming, which is the act of listening to s many ideas as possible with no judgment being made during the process is fun and exciting for the students. I personally enjoy using brainstorming because I feel that it is an excellent way of having students develop many creative answers to a question. Brainstorming is a very important learning strategy because it helps students break out of their normal thinking patterns and forces them into new ways of looking at things.

Active learning is another important aspect of instruction because it has a powerful impact on students. Most students find it very difficult to learn by listening to lectures; therefore students must do more than just listen. They must be involved in reading, writing, discussion or engaged in a classroom activity. Discussion is an important example of active learning. This technique allows students to give their thoughts and interpretations