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228 P r e a c h i n g a n d Te a c h i n g Inform and Interact Objective 5. Identify various teaching methods. Perhaps you have sat under the ministry of a masterful teacher. In the course of his teaching, you were undoubtedly impressed by the various means he used to communicate his lesson and the way people responded to his methods. Be encouraged, for you too can use a variety of teaching methods that will enhance your ability to teach effectively. Consider a few of these teaching methods. 1. The lecture method. The teacher using the lecture method simply tells, explains, and applies the lesson and the students listen. This method is used widely. It is an effective way of introducing new information and covering much subject matter in a short time. However, it takes diligent preparation and great skill to lecture at length and maintain a learning situation. For best results, the lecture method should be used in conjunction with a variety of other methods. With good supporting visual aids and occasional times of student interaction, this method can achieve good results. 2. Story-telling. What happens to you when someone says, “That reminds me of a story”? Story-telling is an effective method of communication. Stories grab attention, stir curiosity, and appeal to the emotions. Stories can be used for introduction, illustration, or application of truth. When you tell a story, be sure you know it well, see it clearly, and feel it thoroughly. Used properly, this technique can be a very effective method of communication. 3. The question and answer method. Jesus frequently used the question and answer method of teaching. “Whom do you say that I am?” “What do you want?” “What do you think?” were some of the questions He asked. Questions should be clear and specific. They will usually be asked by the teacher. The class should understand and be able to answer the questions. This method involves class members in interacting with the truths presented. It makes the class session more meaningful to students when you challenge them to make conclusions on their own. 4. A discussion group. A discussion is an exchange of information, ideas, and opinions by a group. The teacher leads the discussion, helps
T h e M e t h o d o f Te a c h i n g 229 involve as many of the class members as possible, and directs the class to a definite decision or conclusion. Class discussions are profitable because they invite free expression, allow interchange among members, and stir members to search out and express truth for themselves. However, to be successful in achieving these goals, the number of persons participating should not be more than ten or twelve. This method is used with great success by a considerable number of teachers. 5. Buzz groups. For classes that are too large for a general discussion (more than twelve), you might divide the class into buzz groups. Each buzz group should have no more than ten people. Ask one person in each group to lead the discussion. Give him the question or problem to be discussed by his group. Then move from one group to another while each discusses the question or problem assigned to it. At a preset time bring the groups together and let each leader report his group’s findings to the combined class. Often discussion on the group conclusions is very helpful and generates additional interest. You should then summarize the findings and lead the class to some conclusion. There are, of course, other methods of teaching, including projects, field trips, recitation, handwork and written work. We have limited this discussion to some of the major methods of teaching, which have been and are being used with success. You may use these to vary your approach and employ the best, proven techniques for successful communication in your ministry of teaching. Remember that a class session is for teaching, not preaching. The major role of a teacher is to lead the class in a learning experience. Consider yourself a learning facilitator. You are in the class to help search for knowledge. As an exploration team needs a guide as it ventures into unfamiliar surroundings, so your class members need a guide in their search for understanding. A teacher, then, is not so much an informer as an investigator, not so much a lecturer as a learner, and not so much one who gives answers as one who seeks them. As you teach, lead your students to become independent learners. As a teacher, it is the greatest gift you can give. In the words of an old saying, “Give a person a fish and he eats for a day; teach him to fish and he eats for a lifetime.”
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