Sunday, 22 May 2011

Is Learning Always Observable?

The question was modified to:  How can you tell at all if there has been any learning in an environment that cannot be tested?  For example if you have a certain student (introvert or extrovert) how can you tell there has been any development/transformation?
Group 1  Responses:
-        Child shows engagement
-        Somewhat enthusiastic
-        Student has ability to reflect one to one
-        Can demonstrate the task
-        Encourage “I” statements
Group 2 Responses:
-        Learning will vary from student to student
-        There are different types of learning, such as critical thinking skills; these cannot necessarily be taught
-        Is the student “getting it?” i.e.  is the extroverted student asking questions related to the content, is the introverted kid focused?
-        It is very situational of how the student shows learning; this is complicated and can depend upon the confidence level of student regarding the content area.
-        Learning is a cumulative process
Group 3 Responses:
-        Evaluate type of questions the student poses
-        Journal entries
-        Partners/small groups
-        Give time to prepare answers, especially for the introverted child
-        Celebrate work
-        Give opportunities to show learning in different ways/allow choice in presentations
-        Teacher must observe each child in a multitude of ways
-        *Allow an extroverted child to be a spokesperson for an introverted child
Group 4 Responses:
-        We are compilations of both introverts and extroverts, and need to be aware of that
-        Teacher must show students how to give presentations; be aware of anxieties/give permission to be nervous
-        Allow student to present in areas that are of interest...allow student to draw upon prior knowledge and become an expert in those areas

WE ARE ALL LEARNERS/RESEARCHERS/EDUCATORS
submitted by Helen Alexander

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