True or False: The “closure” step must include a graded test.
False. The closure step is most importantly to reinforce major points of the lesson.
In Madeline Hunter’s Model, should the input or teaching portion of a lesson always be a lecture?
No! Mix things up. Lecture, do hands-on activities, watch a video on the topic. Not all learners learn the same.
What are the 6 elements of Madeline Hunter's Model?
Anticipatory Set Objective: purpose Teaching: Input -Teaching: Modeling -Teaching: Check for understanding Guided practice Independent practice Closure
Why is it important to check for understanding before guided and independent practice?
So that the kids can be successful in their indepdent work. So that the teacher knows if they need to reteach or continue on with the lesson.
Should a teacher skip independent practice if she thinks the kids have mastered the lesson in guided practice?
No. Independent practice reinforces the lesson and helps commit the information to memory so it is not forgotten. If time is short this practice can be given as
What is the first step for a teacher when lesson planning?
Have a clear idea of the teaching objective. Know what you need to teach your student in the lesson. Know your audience.
True or False: The Anticipatory set: sometimes called a “hook” to grab the student’s attention.
True.
What is the Objective: Purpose element in Madeline Hunter’s Model meant to do?
It is meant to get the students interested in what is going to be taught! Students learn better when they know what they are supposed to be learning and why.