Like a picture, I have learnt that models and exemplars speak ‘a thousand words’ when it comes to encouraging students to engage with the content. Demonstration (DEMO) models that depict ‘the next step’ are useful to ‘show’ students the expectations of the lesson.
Models & Exemplars
I have the privilege of team teaching the YR9 Furnishing Pathways (YR9 FUR) class during Term 1 and Term 2. Models and DEMO models have been great tools to show students their next steps and the end goal. This has created excitement and expectation for the final product. The students really enjoyed this project, and the models played a big part in making it a huge success.