Pedagogy

=**__Pedagogy__**=

**__Personal Philosophy__**

 * Don't lecture, coach.
 * Try to have the students "discover" the rules through investigation as oppose to just giving them the rules and having them apply them over and over again.
 * Learning should be engaging.
 * If something isn't working, don't try to force it, and try something else.
 * Try things you've never done before
 * Don't be afraid to be silly in class

__**GRASS Method (Thanks Nakesha)**__
GRASS method for solving word problems


 * G = Given (what info is given in the question?)
 * R = Required (what are you required to find?)
 * A = Analysis (what tools are needed to solve the problem? E.g. formulas, operations)
 * S = Solution (show how you solve the problem; writing it down)
 * S = Statement (write a concluding statement to answer the question)

__Tips for Teaching (See Lesson 08)__

 * 1) Start with something they know
 * 2) Ask questions
 * 3) Lead students to reasonable explanations
 * 4) Avoid magic steps
 * 5) Use visuals
 * 6) Maximize student participation
 * 7) Use simple examples