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The Law of Communication. Laws of Teaching. Teacher. Communication. Learner. Law of Communication. You must teach truths visually and verbally in terms that are common to the learner. Deuteronomy 6:6-9. Communication is not what teachers s ay. ...but what learners u nderstand.
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Laws of Teaching Teacher Communication Learner
Law of Communication You must teach truths visually and verbally in terms that are common to the learner. Deuteronomy 6:6-9
Communication is not what teachers say... ...but what learners understand
Understanding the Communication Process Distractions Feedback Receive Transmit Message Verbally Verbally Visually Visually
Research Reveals Visuals Increase Student Retention Words only account for 7% of what we communicate to others
ModalityPreferences 40% www.123rf.com www.goodsalt.com Visual Learner
Rules for Obeying This Law 1. Visualize the key concepts that you are teaching with pictures, objects, and illustrations.
Rules for Obeying This Law 2. Continue to study the vocabulary of your students and find ways to expand it. Teacher’s Vocabulary Student’s Vocabulary
Rules for Obeying This Law 3. Regularly review and repeat new words and concepts to insure understanding.
Rules for Obeying This Law 4. When students are not understanding, re-explain with different words and/or visuals.
Rules for Obeying This Law 5. Communicate passionately (appropriate use of your tone, gestures, and body language).
Violations and Mistakes
Preparation is the best insurance you can have for good communication Preparewell! Know your: Introduction Main points Conclusion and applications Prepare and organize your visuals Practical Applications of this Law
Encourage involvement and feedback from your students so that you can see how they are understanding you. Feedback Practical Applications of this Law
Build Relationship Build relationships with your students to better know their needs and interests. Build your credibility with them. Practical Applications of this Law
Assignments Visualize each of the terms in your glossary. Make a simple glossary for 3-5 key terms/concepts that you are teaching. Memorize this law. List the words Give a simple definition Study for the quiz. List helpful synonyms Extra Credit! Visualize a lesson Write one sentence using the word