Stay organized with short 10 -15 minute lectures, keep the students attention span. We dont want our students to doom scroll their minds when learning new content, break up the lectures with in between examples of components, pass them around class to get the hands on and visual aspect, on what they will be actually working with in the working world. Allow some time for student questions, maybe ask them if they have seen or worked with a component you have passed around the class.
Case studies are not new and are used in aviation maintenance colleges to analyze real-world scenarios and promote hands-on, outcome-based learning, integrating theoretical knowledge with practical application in a manner that aligns with industry standards. They highlight critical skills like troubleshooting, safety procedures, and the human factors involved in maintenance, preparing students for the complexities of the profession by exposing them to various technical and experiential domains.
Benefits of Case Study Learning:
- Hands-on Experience
- Real-World Relevance
- Skill Development
- Promotes Safety and Responsibility
- Supports Specialized Training
I've learned that the attention span with this generation is very short. They have electronics and phones that keep them distracted. I try to do group assignments and pause lecture to ask questions about what was just stated or do an activity, I like to see who was paying attention. I put out my expectations early on to inform students to not wear earbuds or be on their phones during active lecture, I also tell them to take notes.
There are many different methods of learning. learning what works for a specific group may not for another. Understand that and if one does not work for your current set of students, take note, regroup, and try another method.
Delivery methods don’t just stop at lecturing, many methods can be used such as demonstrating, questioning, using audiovisual materials, group projects, and more.
If planning on a demonstration to achieve lesson goals, prior practice and reflection is extremely essential.
There are many different methods of learning and we do need to trial and error those methods. If one does not work for your current set of students, take note, regroup, and try another method.
Visual learning and hands on learning always was my choice of learning method but my student showed me everyone learns different this topic taught me all the different methods and how important demos are.
Look at the overall big picture. You have a syllabus, and developed a lesson plan, but students are unpredictable at times, and it is very important to adapt as you move along the curriculum. Keep them engaged as to not get the dazed and confused look after 10 minutes of lecture. Move around. Use a variety of methods to deliver your information.
I learned that varying the delivery methods not only throughout the course, but also throughout the class session keeps the students engaged and retention of the information is much higher. I plan to continue to educate myself on delivery methods that will keep my knowledge relevant and keep my students engaged.
I've learned to vary instructional styles to help students with different learning styles and to better keep all students engaged.
performing demonstrations and varying the topics will hold the students attention
Remember to vary your instructional methods to try to accommodate all learning styles.
Using demonstrations in addition to lectures offers the information to students who have varying learning styles.
I learned that developing course content is about more than just putting information together. It's important to organize material in a way that connects to learning objectives and makes sense for students. I plan to apply this by being intentional about structure, using a variety of resources to keep lessons engaging, and making sure each piece of content supports the overall goals of the course.
using different delivery options can help students retain information and keep them engaged
Ways to improve my lesson plans
Lesson planning,preparation also varying the instructor style.
learning styles, ways to improve lesson planning
I have learned to be organized with lesson plans and lecture outlines. The more prepared I am, the better I will do. Also I have learned that the varying the instruction type is a great way to help with all students learning the material. The mini lecture info was also good. Using mini lectures of 15-18 minutes is a good idea so the students stay engaged.
