Use learning theory to describe three weaknesses of lectures. ...

[nevelica]

Use learning theory to describe three weaknesses of lectures. Explain how the discussion component of the lecture-discussion model helps overcome these weaknesses.
 
  What will be an ideal response?

Question 2

Which of the steps in the direct instruction model is most important for promoting students' understanding? Explain why this step is so important.
 
  What will be an ideal response?

[carlsona147]

Answer to Question 1

First, lectures put learners in cognitively passive roles, and cognitive activity is essential for learning. Second, lectures can easily overload learners' working memories, and third, lectures don't provide any provision for checking students' perceptions. Finally, lectures often fail to effectively maintain student attention, and if students aren't paying attention, they can't learn.

Answer to Question 2

Developing understanding, as the label implies, is the most important phase of the direct instruction model. It sets the tone for both guided and independent practice. If students don't understand the skill, practice is ineffective.

[nevelica]

Thank you!

[carlsona147]

Happy to help