INSTRUCTIONAL METHODS
INSTRUCTIONAL METHODS
The audience selected for this discussion is Alzheimer’s and dementia patients while the learning theory is the social learning theory.
In simulation, the audience is engaged in an activity that is meant to have the effect of a real-life situation. Simulation is aimed at giving the audience a direct experience of the actual thing without really going through it. Simulation is an effective instructional method for this audience because it promotes the development of psychomotor skills. Simulation also enhances cognitive interactive abilities through enhanced problem-solving capabilities. In addition, simulation helps in risk reduction as far as audience safety is concerned (Bastable, Gramet, Jacobs and Sopczyk, 2010)
Role playing
Role play involves the learners acting out unrehearsed roles of other people to discover the feeling of being in their situation. This involves identifying a problem, acting it out and later discussing the experience. The activity involves an observer who is responsible for observing and recording feedback on a checklist. A role-play can either be a dramatization of a scripted case or of a real situation. Role-playing enhances communication skills and provides a learning environment that promotes the safety of the learners. In addition, this approach enhances skills in problem solving (O’Bannon, 2002).
Role modeling
Role modeling is a method of teaching by unintentional, informal method through influencing others by our actions. This mode of teaching is facilitated through role models sharing their activities and thought processes and providing the opportunity for others to share their ideas as well (Janice, 2012).
The method that best suits the learning theory and audience is role modeling. With role-modeling, the learners feel encouraged to adopt behaviors that seem successful in as far as their personal objectives and rewards are concerned. This is a basic principle under the social learning theory indicating the influence of role models on others. Role modeling is effective for Alzheimer’s and dementia patients as it enhances the development of psychomotor skills, competencies associated with critical thinking as well as interpersonal skills (Bastable,Gramet, Jacobs and Sopczyk, 2010).
References
Bastable, S. B., Gramet, P., Jacobs, K. and Sopczyk, D. (2010). Health Professional as Educator: Principles of Teaching and Learning: Jones and Barlett.
Janis, A. (2012). Role Modeling: The Forgotten Influence: Retrieved from. http://edtheory.blogspot.com/2012/11/role-modeling-forgotten-influence.html
O’Bannon, B. (2002). Planning for Instruction: Instructional Methods: Retrieved from. http://edtech2.tennessee.edu/projects/bobannon/in_strategies.html
