Troubleshooting Instructional Strategies | Origin: ED105
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Instructional Planning for Student Success --> Troubleshooting Instructional Strategies
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Being able to present, demonstrate, and explain the content will help students make a connection to it. If it is always one way...no questions...no discussions...then they start thinking you are going to fill in all the blanks. That is NOT the goal.
From this module, I learned that status assessments are essential for understanding how students are progressing and for identifying when adjustments are needed to keep both students and the course on track. I also learned that assignments may be too difficult for some students if they lack the necessary background knowledge or experience. Using pretests can help determine students’ readiness and guide the development of instructional materials, and collaborating with admissions to better screen students can further support their success.
Effective ways to keep the students engage with content and how to navigate students that are struggling.
I found that the pre-tests I have been using are a good, I use them as a way to assess the course of action I need to take to meet the level of knowledge that my students have prior to the new instruction in order to set a pace and include content they need.
use feedback to see where students are struggling. also look at background knowledge and work with other instructors to make students successful
self assessment quiz approaches without fear as an intro is an opportunity for self reflection of content knowledge- the instructor reviewing the results ( no names attached as a baseline ) will provide the ability to discern where there are limitations
Instructors need to know the weaknesses of their students and help them build those weaknesses into strengths by engaging them in understanding how they learn, and giving them the tools to help them learn and understand how to navigate themselves in their chosen field.
Always have a plan B and request students input to better the training experience for the students.
I ask for feedback from students as we finish up a big assignment and at the end of each semester. This gives the students buy in, in the course so that they feel like they are in control of their education.
To engage the students further, you could have students role-play as patients or use similar activities that allow the students to be more physical with the text - directing their attention to the course content in alternative and more interesting ways.
Troubleshooting should be a continual process. Always be prepared for the event that your Plan A may not work, even if Plan A has been successful for the last 20 class meetings. The number one goal is for the students to master the concepts that need to be taught and simply pounding a square peg into a round hole won't translate to any measurable success.
Discussion Post: Applying Troubleshooting Strategies to Enhance Engagement
This module’s troubleshooting scenarios were incredibly useful, and I found the proposed solutions to be universally insightful. They offered practical strategies that I can apply across a variety of classroom situations. One example that stood out to me was the approach to student disengagement. Using pretests and course status assessments to gauge where students are can help me tailor my content delivery to be more relevant and relatable, which is key to maintaining engagement.
I already incorporate interactive tools like Jeopardy, Kahoot, and media platforms like Picmonic to make learning more dynamic. I also create custom supplementary materials using AI, which allows me to personalize content to meet specific student needs.
What I’m especially excited to implement now is more service-based learning. This approach not only reinforces course content but also connects students to real-world applications, fostering deeper understanding and a sense of purpose in their learning.
Overall, this module has equipped me with both the mindset and the tools to troubleshoot more effectively and create a more engaging, responsive learning environment.
Redirection and back up plans for when things go awry are good tools.
You should have various ways to capture student attention or different ways to teach material.
I will start implementing pretest at the start of every new class to help me identify my stronger and less prepared students.
I like to have a paper hard copy of my daily activities in case of internet disconnection and technological issue that may take place for a long period of time
Sometimes instruction doesn't go as planned. Have a plan B ready.
As an instructor, it is important to strive to have a plan A, and sometimes a plan B when Murphy shows up and things don't work out perfectly. However, sometimes plan B becomes a better plan than expected and students see the reality of the professional world- where you have to be extremely flexible and adaptable.
I have learned that it is important to gage the students in the classroom and do status assessments to see how the students learning needs can be met!
