The Different Types of Teaching

Written By Colēgia

Many classrooms have different ways to learn and the method that students are taught can vary. Teachers have a large influence on students’ success and understanding how these teaching styles work can help greatly. Today we want to cover the different types of teaching.

The Lecture Method

This teaching style focuses on a one-way type of presentation style for the teacher. It takes the idea that the teacher is the main source of information for the classroom and students are expected to follow along. The main appeal to this style can be seen in higher education where classrooms can be much larger. This is good for students who respond better to information being put out there. In terms of interactivity, this style features a lot less of it on the student side compared to others. This can result in a lack of communication from students. With that in mind, it can be helpful depending on the subject.

“This teaching style focuses on a one-way type of presentation style for the teacher.”

The Demonstrator Method

Taking inspiration from the lecture type of teaching, the demonstrator style sees teachers in a similar role in terms of them being the main source of authority. One of the main benefits of this is the incorporation of other teaching elements. The lecture style relies mainly on verbal cues while the demonstrator style allows for more interactive elements with the material. Some courses work better for this such as ones that rely on a kinesthetic approach. Sports are a good example of this as knowledge alone is only half of the equation. While this style has a similar amount of direct interaction with students, the different teaching elements can foster engagement.

“One of the main benefits of this is the incorporation of other teaching elements.”

The Facilitator Method

The facilitator method involves a different sort of way of teaching. Rather than teachers simply providing an explanation, students are heavily encouraged to ask questions to solve problems. This can help with promoting engagement along with deep learning about different topics. While this method can be helpful, one common issue that can arise is classroom size. Larger classes may not allow the same amount of time per student for this approach and it can result in a rushed approach that may not work as well. When it does work though it can be a great way for more introspective courses such as philosophy or psychology.

“This can help with promoting engagement along with deep learning about different topics.”

The Delegator Method

Rather than having the teacher be the main source of authority, the delegator approach can help in a different manner. This type of teaching style emphasizes the importance of group-based exercises as peers can bounce ideas off of each other. This style is good as it mirrors areas that students will encounter later on in life for their careers. One issue with this is that the teacher is less active in the role of a student’s education which may not fit with students who need close help.

“This type of teaching style emphasizes the importance of group-based exercises as peers can bounce ideas off of each other.”

The Hybrid Method

The last major teaching style focuses on a blend that allows teachers to use their own unique experiences and personalities to help students. While one issue that can arise is that teachers may be spreading themselves out too thin, this approach allows them to appeal to more students along with being more personal. For areas such as social-emotional learning, the hybrid approach is a great fit. Each of these styles can fit students differently and understanding which one works better in your classroom can make all the difference.

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