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The Demonstrated-Performance Method

Probably the oldest technique for teaching, in all of history, is the demonstrated-performance technique.  Some refer to this technique as modeling – making a good example being a child who learns to do something by having the behavior or action “modeled” to them by an adult. …

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The Guided Discussion Method

The guided Discussion Method relies on the students to interact by discussing their ideas, experiences, and opinions about the information being covered.  It is extremely useful in the classroom and on the range or track once a student can relate to the topic being covered either by gained knowledge, previous experience, or a similar model to resource. …

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The Lecture Teaching Method

All educators should be prepared, if necessary, to pass information to students by using the lecture method but they should also understand the advantages and disadvantages of this type of instruction.  The use of lecture is historically documented as one of the oldest forms of teaching and is derived from the French word ‘lecture’ which means reading [process]. …

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