Day 3: Mevis Steven

 

Key Concepts & Insights

During the morning session, we learned how to manage teaching using two pedagogical approaches: Peer Instruction and Think-Pair-Share (TPS). Both methods are designed to promote active learning and foster student collaboration, especially in large classroom settings. By implementing these strategies, instructors can create an engaging learning environment that encourages student participation and deeper understanding of the learning content.

Teaching Methodology

Peer Instruction is a student-centered teaching approach that empowers learners to take an active role in their education. This method has been shown to enhance student engagement and comprehension by facilitating interactive discussions and problem-solving. In contrast, Think-Pair-Share (TPS) allows students to first reflect on a topic individually, then collaborate with a peer to exchange ideas, and finally share their idea with the entire class. This teaching  approach not only encourages critical thinking but also helps students articulate and refine their thoughts through peer interaction.

Technology Integration

We explored mores into the use of Padlet as a technology tool to promote active learning. The A2I model was introduced as a framework for integrating Padlet into lesson planning to effectively design student activities. Instructors can utilize Padlet to create open-ended questions, facilitating interactive student engagement. However, Padlet is most effective for managing smaller-scale activities rather than large projects, allowing for focused and collaborative learning experiences.

Lab Session

We had the opportunity to visit three engineering studios: Center for distance Engineering Education Programme (Cdeep), a training management studio, and two live-stream classrooms with capacities of 99 and 70 students, respectively. During the visit, we gained understanding into the equipment and technology used to support these studios, as well as the skills required to effectively operate and manage them. This experience provided a deeper understanding of how such setups can enhance learning and facilitate large-scale, interactive educational experiences.

Live streaming Lab  (99 students)