blog 13

Blog 13

1. What were the benefits of the peer teaching events?

2. How would I incorporate peer teaching in an elementary classroom?

1. Peer teaching gave us the opportunity to try out some of our teaching strategies and have a little creativity with our assignment. This is a valuable experience because the peer teacher can get constructive feedback from the students, because we are competent of their aims and what they are trying to impart. As her peers, we are aware of the responsibilities and challenges they have, and we can offer some input during the lesson to help her. Whereas in a school environment, the children wouldn’t know what the teacher’s goals are and could make it very hard for the teacher to direct the class.

2. In an elementary classroom I would incorporate peer teaching by having the class divided into groups for a research project. Each group would research a different topic, and then each group would teach the rest of the class about their topic. It is a tried & true method, as it tests the students’ cooperative skills, and fosters a respect for all students in the class.