Observational learning is a major process in the classroom. teachers need to observe the reaction of the students to determine if there is a need change the teaching methodology in order to gain/regain their attention. Make learning fun and relative to the experiences of the students to assist them in the retention of concepts. Be sure to include feedback in a reasonable time, praise students where necessary and assist others along the way as needed. In this way we can be assured that as learning takes place, students will be encouraged to produce more. As has been discussed by the group, these changes are vital to the success of the students and ability of the teacher to transfer knowledge.
How many teachers know the names of their students by the end of the first week of class? Use a game to find out, pay attention to responses and retain the information accordingly. The personal touch will always create a better learning environment. One can motivate students not only through positive feedback but also through modeling of the behaviours expected. Demonstrate to students that you are human just like they are, and that you are genuinely interested in their achievements. These are my experiences which have been successful time and time again. Not all students will achieve as we would want, but modeling the behaviours expected will leave only a very narrow margin for failure.
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