Answer to Question #320575 in English for nash

Question

List SIX (6) characteristics and its relevance to the Foundation Phase as noted by Robert Marzanso’s theory of effective teaching that you will share with the teachers during the workshop.

Answer 1

The six characteristics as noted by Robert Marzanso’s theory of effective teaching that you will share with the teachers during the workshop

1) Content knowledge

This is when teachers have a deep knowledge of the subject that they teach and can communicate content effectively to their students.

As well as a strong understanding of the material being taught, teachers must also understand the ways students think about the content, be able to evaluate the thinking behind students’ own methods, and identify students’ common misconceptions.

There is strong evidence of the impact this has on student outcomes.

2) Quality of instruction

There is also strong evidence of the impact the quality of instruction can have on learning.

This includes teachers being skilled in effective questioning and use of assessment. Good teachers also deploy techniques such as reviewing previous learning, and giving adequate time for children to practice, meaning skills are embedded securely. When done well, teachers scaffold students learning by progressively introducing new skills and knowledge.

3) Teaching climate

The quality of the teaching and learning relationships between teachers and students is also very important.

Good teaching creates a climate that is constantly demands more, and pushes students to succeed. A good teaching climate challenges students, develops a sense of competence, attributes success to effort rather than ability, and values resilience to failure.

The study found moderate evidence that the teaching climate in the classroom impacts student outcomes.

4) Classroom management

There is moderate evidence of the impact on students learning of: efficient use of lesson time; co-ordinating classroom resources and space; and managing students’ behaviour with clear rules that are consistently enforced.

These factors are perhaps the necessary conditions for good learning, but are not sufficient on their own. A well-ordered classroom with an ineffective lesson will not have a large impact.

5) Teacher beliefs

There is some evidence to show the reasons why teachers adopt particular practices, and the purposes or goals that they have for their students is also important.

For example, research indicates that primary school teachers’ beliefs about the nature of mathematics and their theories about how children learn and their role in that learning – are more important to student outcomes than the level of mathematics qualification the teacher holds.

6) Professional behaviours

Developing professional skills and practice, participating in professional development, supporting colleagues and the broader role of liaising and communicating with parents also have a part to play in effective teaching.