Instructional Strategies

Teaching Styles

There are many teaching styles. Which one you use will depend upon the size of your class, the content you are teaching, and the learning objectives for the students.

It is important that you feel comfortable when you are teaching so don't try to adopt a style that makes you feel otherwise. On the other hand, by introducing a variety of appropriate teaching styles into your classes, you will be more likely to engage students and address their different learning styles. Each style contains a different amount of student participation and active involvement; every style requires the same two essential things from the instructor - preparation and enthusiasm.

I. Lectures

II. Laboratories and Demonstrations

III. Discussion Groups

IV. Other Instructional Strategies

V. Cooperative Learning

VI. Helping Students to Think