One of the most beneficial aspects of this week is the novel way of writing objectives(ABCD)model of course.We always speak about writing objectives,but writing it this way is much clearer.It helps us in design more effective lesson plans and help us guide our students towards the set goals, as I believe that objectives are the vehicle that brings us to the determined goals.
I believe that trying one of the different technology tools available in the new-environment classes of nowadays would definitely bring about the "inspired change" to our language classes.Though I believe pedagogy comes first,through which we can direct our classes "It's not so much the program,more what you do with it" (Jones,1986)
I have always been pursing novel ways to engage my students in my classes,to open new windows for them to enhance and to widen their minds and to equip them with tools necessary for the different learning settings.I think the projects which we are supposed to create,through the course will definitely help me reach these goals.
It'sso true that 'objectives are vehicles that brings us to the determined goals'. Even on a daily basis we need to have an objective of what we plan to do for the day and teaching applies the same concept too.
ReplyDeleteI hope that your plan with teaching by using novels will be a successful one.
I hope that you reach your goals as well,whether in class or in real life.
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ReplyDeleteHappy to read your words! It is certainly right that change is bright thing that people should look for! Students like to learn in an exciting environment! Thank you!
Salam
Thanks for your nice words Salam.I believe that we need to cope with the fast changing world of today.Our students are very fond of using technology(even if for purposes other than learning the language).So,being aware of this fact we,teachers,should be ready and equipped(if you can't beat them,join them)
DeleteYES! The pedagogy needs to come first! I do love technology, but using technology just because it's new and different isn't a good enough reason in my opinion. We have to be using it because it really is an effective method to help students meet the objectives and goals for the course.
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