What we learned through presentation:
The presentation we delivered was a collaborative effort among the group members. Each of us made valuable contributions throughout the preparation process, and after several discussions, we reached a consensus on the specific details of the presentation. This experience has enlightened us on how to better design a curriculum and organize the learning content in a more effective manner. Furthermore, we have learned how to leverage tools like Desmos, Geogebra, and ChatGPT to enrich the classroom content and offer engaging and efficient activities for our students. At the same time, in the presentations of other groups, we also learned a lot of novel ideas about lesson design and how to use pedagogical strategies more reasonably.
After the presentation, Dr.KU provided some suggestions for improvement, here are the reflections on these suggestions.
Suggestions and Reflections:
Suggestion 1:
The presentation and interactive activities in the classroom were predominantly computer or tablet-based, but when it came to the hands-on drawing activities, students were required to use pen and paper. This frequent transition between teaching tools hindered students' ability to quickly engage with the topic and resulted in wasted time during tool switching.
Reflection:
It's important to maintain consistency in the teaching tools and mediums used throughout the session. Consider using digital tools consistently or incorporating more hands-on activities that align with the students' preferred tools to enhance engagement and efficiency.
Suggestion 2:
The overall content of the lesson was too simplistic. It is recommended to extend and expand upon the knowledge presented.
Reflection:
Providing additional depth and breadth to the lesson content enables students to develop a more comprehensive understanding of the topic. Consider incorporating more advanced concepts, real-life applications, translation of quadratic function picture, or challenging problem-solving tasks related to quadratic functions. This will encourage students to explore the subject matter further, promoting a deeper understanding and engagement.
Suggestion 3:
During the group discussion segment, it is suggested to allocate sufficient time for each group to present their findings.
Reflection:
Allocate dedicated time slots for each group to present their findings, ensuring that the distribution is fair and that all groups have an equal opportunity to share their work. This will encourage active participation and knowledge exchange among students.