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B D Whitaker1, W R Lamberson2, M F Smith2
1Department of Animal and Pre-veterinary Studies, University of Findlay, Findlay, OH, USA.
Translational Animal Science
|January 18, 2021
Summary
Award-winning animal science teachers demonstrate key pedagogical trends, including reviewing previous material, engaging students with questions, and personalizing interactions. These effective teaching strategies aim to enhance student learning in animal science education.
Area of Science:
- Agricultural Education
- Animal Science Pedagogy
Background:
- Effective teaching inspires students, but research on top animal science educators is limited.
- Exemplary teachers possess deep content knowledge and expertise in instructional delivery.
Purpose of the Study:
- To identify and describe the characteristics of award-winning animal science teachers.
- To understand the pedagogical trends and instructor-student interactions in high-achieving animal science classrooms.
Main Methods:
- Selection of faculty based on excellence in teaching awards from professional organizations.
- Data collection through questionnaires and digital video recording of lectures.
- Analysis of pedagogical trends and student-teacher interactions from recorded lectures.
Main Results:
- Common teaching practices observed include reviewing previous lecture highlights, distributing materials, posing questions, and using students' names.
- Despite varied teaching styles, all award-winning teachers demonstrated strong audience awareness, subject mastery, and a commitment to student learning.
- Pedagogical trends indicate a focus on student engagement and personalized instruction.
Conclusions:
- Award-winning animal science teachers share common effective teaching strategies that foster student learning.
- These findings provide practical insights for animal science educators to improve their teaching methods.
- Understanding and applying these characteristics can lead to enhanced student engagement and academic success in animal science courses.
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